Etymology

Machian

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Today it means: Pertaining to the work or philosophical ideas of Ernst Mach, characterised by a system of mechanics based on extreme empiricism. Full definition →

First used 20th c.
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From Mach + -ian.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 20th c. Pertaining to the work or philosophical ideas of Ernst Mach, characterised by a system of mechanics based on extreme empiricism.

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