First Known Use: 1904
Dictionary
newton
noun new·ton \ˈnü-tən, ˈnyü-\
Definition of NEWTON
: the unit of force in the meter-kilogram-second system equal to the force required to impart an acceleration of one meter per second per second to a mass of one kilogram
See newton defined for kids
ADVERTISEMENT
Origin of NEWTON
Sir Isaac Newton
Newton
biographical name New·ton \ˈnü-tən, ˈnyü-\
Definition of NEWTON
Sir Isaac 1642–1727 Eng. math. & physicist
Newton
geographical name New·ton \ˈnü-tən, ˈnyü-\
Definition of NEWTON
city E Massachusetts W of Boston pop 85,146
Medical Dictionary
newton
noun new·ton \ˈn(y)üt-ən\
Medical Definition of NEWTON
: the unit of force in the metric system equal to the force required to impart an acceleration of one meter per second per second to a mass of one kilogram
Biographical Note for NEWTON
Newton, Sir Isaac (1642–1727), British physicist and mathematician. One of the greatest figures in the history of science, Newton made great fundamental discoveries in mathematics and physical science including the method of fluxions (now known as differential calculus); laws concerning the composition of white light and the transmission of light through various media, upon which he built the foundation for the science of optics; and the law of gravitation. The newton unit of force was named in his honor in 1904.
Learn More About NEWTON
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: NewtonianPrevious Word in the Dictionary: New ThoughtAll Words Near: newton
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up newton? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).