undulatory theory

noun

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1828, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undulatory theory was circa 1828

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“Undulatory theory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undulatory%20theory. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

undulatory theory

noun
un·​du·​la·​to·​ry theory ˈən-jə-lə-ˌtōr-ē-, ˈən-d(y)ə-lə-, -ˌtȯr-ē- How to pronounce undulatory theory (audio)
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