holism
US /ˈhoʊl.ɪ.zəm/
UK /ˈhəʊ.lɪ.zəm/
名詞
整體論
the theory that parts of a whole are in intimate interconnection, making it impossible to understand the whole without reference to the parts, or the parts without reference to the whole.
範例:
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The doctor practices holism, treating the patient's mind, body, and spirit.
醫生實踐整體論，治療患者的身心和精神。
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Environmental holism emphasizes the interconnectedness of all living things and their environment.
環境整體論強調所有生物及其環境的相互關聯性。