PNEUMATICS
pneumatics
(noun) the branch of mechanics that deals with the mechanical properties of gases
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
pneumatics (uncountable)
The branch of mechanics that deals with the mechanical properties of gases
(theology, obsolete) The scientific study or knowledge of spiritual beings and their relations to God, angels, and human beings.
Source: Wiktionary
Pneu*mat"ics, n. Etym: [Cf. F. pneumatique.]
1. That branch of science which treats of the mechanical properties of air and other elastic fluids, as of their weight, pressure, elasticity, etc. See Mechanics.
2. (Philos. & Theol.)
Definition: The scientific study or knowledge of spiritual beings and their relations to God, angels, and men.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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