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catastrophe theory
noun
Definition of CATASTROPHE THEORY
: mathematical theory and conjecture that uses topology to explain events (as an earthquake or a stock market crash) characterized by major abrupt changes
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First Known Use of CATASTROPHE THEORY
1971
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