• Newtonian

    Full definition of Newtonian

    Adjective

    Newtonian

    1. Of or relating to Isaac Newton, or his laws and theories.
    2. (fluid mechanics, of a fluid) Obeying Newton's law of viscosity; i.e. having a constant viscosity.
    3. (physics) Of or relating to classical physics that does not take relativity into account.

    Derived terms

    Noun

    Newtonian

    (plural Newtonians)
    1. A scientist supporting Isaac Newton's views on physics and mathematics.
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