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Physis

Noun

1. (Ancient Greek philosophy) The concept of nature as an active creative force, possessing its own inherent order and purpose.

Sample sentence: According to the philosopher Heraclitus, physis is the principle that everything is in a constant state of flux.

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2. (Biology) The set of all physical and biological processes happening in an organism, including growth, development, metabolism, and reproduction.

Sample sentence: The study of physis in plants focuses on understanding their growth mechanisms and physiological responses to environmental changes.

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Noun

3. (Medicine) The ability of an organism to heal itself and maintain balance, considered as a fundamental principle of natural medicine.

Sample sentence: Holistic doctors often emphasize the importance of supporting the body's physis to achieve long-term health and wellness.

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