field theory

field theory

n.

1. An explicit mathematical description of physical phenomena that takes into account the effects of one or more fields.

2. The study of fields and field extensions in algebra.

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field′ the`ory

n.

a detailed mathematical description of the distribution and movement of matter under the influence of one or more fields: quantum field theory.

[1900–05]

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field theory - (physics) a theory that explains a physical phenomenon in terms of a field and the manner in which it interacts with matter or with other fields theory - a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena; "theories can incorporate facts and laws and tested hypotheses"; "true in fact and theory" natural philosophy, physics - the science of matter and energy and their interactions; "his favorite subject was physics"

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