Brownian

See also: brownian

English

Alternative forms

• brownian

Etymology

From Brown +‎ -ian.

Pronunciation

• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˈbɹaʊni.ən/

Adjective

Brownian (comparative more Brownian, superlative most Brownian)

1. Of or relating to botanist Robert Brown (1773-1858), who investigated the movement of pollen suspended in water.
   1. (physics) Pertaining to motion caused by the random vibration of molecules (Brownian motion).
2. Of or relating to Capability Brown (Lancelot Brown, 1716?–1783), English landscape architect.

Derived terms

• Brownian motion
• Brownian motor
• Brownian movement
• Brownian ratchet

Related terms

• Brownite
• Brunonian