Fechner

American

[fekh-nuhr] / ˈfɛx nər /

noun

Gustav Theodor 1801–87, German physicist, psychologist, and philosopher.

Fechner British

/ ˈfɛçnər /

noun

Gustav Theodor (ˈɡʊstaf ˈteːodoːr). 1801–87, German physicist, philosopher, and psychologist, noted particularly for his work on psychophysics, Elemente der Psychophysik (1860)

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"Much more than that, she touched the lives of everyone around her with her positive spirit and courageous outlook," Fechner said.

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2025

Economist Inga Fechner of ING Research said the effect on commodity and consumer prices has been muted by sluggish global demand.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 4, 2023

While previous Summer Night Concerts have included fireworks, the orchestra has this year opted for what Mr. Fechner called “a more contemporary approach” with specialized lighting on the facade of the palace.

From New York Times • May 30, 2017

Fechner, who lived in North Dallas, died last year.

From Washington Times • Mar. 15, 2015

But Germany has furnished great individual workers, such as Fechner, Helmholtz, and Wundt.

From Cobwebs of Thought by Arachne

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