noun
physics (in ancient Greek philosophy)
Refers specifically to the study of nature in the context of ancient Greek philosophy, not modern physics. Often used in discussions of Aristotle or pre-Socratic natural philosophy.
See also: 自然哲学
アリストテレスの自然学は、現代の物理学とは大きく異なる。
Aristotle's physics is very different from modern physics.
古代ギリシャの自然学は、哲学の一部として発展した。
Ancient Greek physics developed as a part of philosophy.
Compound of 自然 (nature) and 学 (study). The term is used in historical and philosophical contexts to refer to ancient Greek physics.