ˈlaɪbnɪts

Definitions

1. proper noun

a German philosopher and mathematician who, independently of Sir Isaac Newton, developed the method of calculus (1646-1716)

“Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, the co-inventor of calculus, had a profound influence on mathematics and philosophy.”

2. noun

a person who is a native or inhabitant of Leibniz, a town in Germany

“The Leibniz people are proud of their town’s rich history and cultural heritage.”

3. noun

a unit of information or a bit in a binary system, especially in computer science

“A Leibniz is a fundamental unit of information in a binary system, used in computer science and digital communication.”

4. noun

a philosophical concept or principle, especially one associated with the German philosopher Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz

“The Leibniz principle is a fundamental concept in philosophy that emphasizes the importance of individual perspectives and experiences.”

5. adjective

relating to or characteristic of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz or his ideas

“Leibnizian philosophy emphasizes the importance of reason and individualism.”