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Definition of Uncertainty principle
1. Noun. (quantum theory) the theory that it is impossible to measure both energy and time (or position and momentum) completely accurately at the same time.
Exact synonyms: Indeterminacy Principle
Generic synonyms: Scientific Theory
Category relationships: Quantum Theory
Generic synonyms: Scientific Theory
Category relationships: Quantum Theory
Definition of Uncertainty principle
1. Noun. (quantum mechanics) Heisenberg uncertainty principle. ¹
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