abstract nonsense
"Abstract nonsense" is a humorous phrase often used in academic circles to describe highly theoretical concepts, especially in mathematics and philosophy.
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Definition
C2Mathematics
(humorous, technical)Highly abstract and formal methods, often skipped in detail, assuming familiarity.
Example
- The professor skipped the abstract nonsense, assuming we were already familiar with the categorical principles.
C2Philosophy
(humorous, academic)Extremely abstract or complex ideas that require advanced understanding.
Example
- The philosopher's lecture was full of abstract nonsense that left most of the audience puzzled.
Similar
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