pop-sci

/ˈpɒpˈsaɪ/

A form of popular science — An interpretation of science intended for a general audience, rather than for other scientists or students.

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Meanings

nounpop-sci (uncountable)

alternative pop sci · alternative popsci · alternative pop. sci.

  1. abbreviationattributiveclippinguncountableClipping of popular science.

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Synonyms & antonyms

Also see
popular science
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APA

pop-sci. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/pop-sci

MLA

“pop-sci.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/pop-sci. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “pop-sci,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/pop-sci.

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