pavlov

/ˈpævlɒv/

Definitions

1. noun

a Russian physiologist who developed the theory that certain actions or stimuli can elicit a specific response.

“The psychology class studied Pavlov and his famous experiment with dogs.”

2. proper noun

Ivan Petrovich Pavlov, a Russian physiologist

“Pavlov is best known for his work on classical conditioning.”

Synonyms

  • physiologist
  • scientist

Antonyms

  • psychiatrist