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Term: hypothosis

Description:

A hypothesis is a proposed explanation or prediction that can be tested scientifically. It is a tentative assumption made to explain certain observations or phenomena.

Senses:

Sense 1: (noun) A supposition or theory that is formed based on limited evidence or observations.

Sense 2: (noun) In science, a hypothesis refers to a specific statement that can be tested through experiments or observations in order to support or refute it.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

1. His hypothosis about the origins of the universe was considered groundbreaking.
2. The detective formulated a hypothosis about the suspect's motives.

Sense 2:

1. The scientist designed an experiment to test her hypothesis about plant growth.
2. The team conducted several studies to confirm or reject their hypothesis.

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