Teleology

noun

/ˈtiːl.iˌɒl.ə.dʒi/

Word Frequency: 0.6

Definitions

1.nounThe study of the purpose or design of natural occurrences.

2.noun(by extension) An instance of such a design or purpose, usually in natural phenomena.

3.nounThe use of a purpose or design rather than the laws of nature to explain an occurrence.

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