first principles

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Definition of first principles in English English dictionary

The set of basic statements on which a method, theory, or organisation is founded

The rules and regulations don't answer the question. First principles are required.

plural form of first principle

Related Terms

first principle

A basic, foundational proposition or assumption that cannot be deduced from any other proposition or assumption

Turkish pronunciation

fırst prînsıpılz

Pronunciation

/ˈfərst ˈprənsəpəlz/ /ˈfɜrst ˈprɪnsəpəlz/

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