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theoretical

IPA pronunciation: /ˌθɪəˈretɪkəl/

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Russian meaning

теоретический

English definition

Based on theory or ideas rather than practical experience or facts.

Example

The theoretical model predicts a different outcome than what we observed.

Collocations

theoretical physics
theoretical framework
theoretical knowledge

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