principiant
nounEtymology From Latin principians, present participle of principiare (“to begin”), from principium. See principle.
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Mathematics, Sciences Empty gloss, No gloss (mathematics)
principiant
adjEtymology From Latin principians, present participle of principiare (“to begin”), from principium. See principle.
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Relating to principles or beginnings.
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