Eddington

[ ed-ing-tuhn ]

noun

1. Sir Arthur (Stanley), 1882–1944, English astronomer, physicist, and writer.

Eddington

/ ˈɛdɪŋtən /

noun

1. EddingtonSir Arthur Stanley18821944MEnglishSCIENCE: astronomerSCIENCE: physicist Sir Arthur Stanley. 1882–1944, English astronomer and physicist, noted for his research on the motion, internal constitution, and luminosity of stars and for his elucidation of the theory of relativity

Eddington

/ ĕd′ĭng-tən /

1. British mathematician, astronomer, and physicist who founded modern astrophysics. He conducted research on the evolution, structure, and motion of stars and was one of the first scientists to promote the theory of relativity. He also wrote a series of scientific books for the layperson.

Example Sentences

Patrick Eddington, a senior policy analyst for national security and civil liberties at the libertarian-leaning Cato Institute, takes a darker view, arguing that it's "naive" to suggest that Trump would be deterred by logistical complications.

From Salon

Launching his report, Sir Rod Eddington said: “My first recommendation to Government is…to improve the capacity and the performance of the existing transport network.”

From BBC

English astronomer Arthur Eddington’s eclipse expedition of 1919 proved Einstein’s theory of general relativity beyond a shadow of a doubt.

From Los Angeles Times

“Members on both sides of the aisle need to understand that the FBI is not their friend,” Mr. Eddington said.

From Washington Times

Rugby Australia bid for 2027 on the basis of a 20-team tournament but welcomed expansion as “a fantastic outcome,” organizing committee head Rod Eddington said.

From Washington Times