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First principles

noun
Word Frequency: 1.6

Definitions

1.nounA basic, foundational proposition or assumption that cannot be deduced from any other proposition or assumption.
2.nounThe set of basic statements on which a method, theory, or organisation is founded.
"The rules and regulations don't answer the question. First principles are required."

Synonyms

rudimentprincipiaprimordialpostulateprincipalprincipleprinc.urgrundprimaryframeworkfoundation stoneprimer
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