n a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
their principles of composition characterized all their works
n a rule or standard especially of good behavior
a man of principle he will not violate his principles
n a basic truth or law or assumption
the principles of democracy
n a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
the principle of the conservation of mass the principle of jet propulsion
n rule of personal conduct
n (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
the principles of internal-combustion engines
Some of these loans might end up having their rates or principle reduced, but again, banks will be looking out for the banks on this one.
If you concede the principle of the income tax, you concede the principle that the government owns all your income and permits you to keep a certain percentage of it.
In the very bright lexicon of diplomacy, few phrases are more useful than "in principle.
Liverpool Closing in on Iago Aspas, Agrees ‘in Principle’ to Sign Spanish Forward From Celta Vigo Liverpool has agreed to a deal in principle with Celta Vigo for striker Iago Aspas, subject to documentation being completed. Aspas scored 12 goals in 34 games in 2012-13 despite playing for a side threatened with relegation until the final day of the season. During the campaign, he was directly involved in 51 percent of […]
June 13, 2013 - New England Sports Network
Luminous bacterial proteins detect chemicals in water Scientists have developed a simple color sensor principle which facilitates the detection of residual medications, trace metals from industrial process waters, and many other substances. This is the concept: If the analyzed sample shines red, then the water is 'clean;' if its color turns green, however, then it contains the substances the scientists wish to detect.
June 13, 2013 - Science Daily
Liverpool Closing in on Iago Aspas, Agrees ‘in Principle’ to Sign Spanish Forward From Celta Vigo Liverpool has agreed to a deal in principle with Celta Vigo for striker Iago Aspas, subject to documentation being completed. Aspas scored 12 goals in 34 games in 2012-13 despite playing for a side threatened with relegation until the final day of the season. During the campaign, he was directly involved in 51 percent of […]
June 13, 2013 - New England Sports Network