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baron karl wilhelm von humboldt

 

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Noun baron karl wilhelm von humboldt has 1 sense
  1. Humboldt, Baron Wilhelm von Humboldt, Baron Karl Wilhelm von Humboldt - German philologist noted for his studies of the relation between language and culture (1767-1835)
    --1 is a kind of philologist, philologue

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Baron Karl Wilhelm von Humboldt

Description

Baron Karl Wilhelm von Humboldt, known as Alexander von Humboldt, was a renowned Prussian geographer, naturalist, explorer, and polymath. He made significant contributions to the fields of geography, botany, geology, and scientific exploration.

Sample Sentences

Noun:

1. The biography I read on Baron Karl Wilhelm von Humboldt was fascinating.

2. The explorations of Baron Karl Wilhelm von Humboldt greatly influenced the understanding of South America's natural history.

Adjective:

1. The Baron Karl Wilhelm von Humboldt collection at the museum showcases his scientific achievements.

2. The Humboldtian research methods introduced by Baron Karl Wilhelm von Humboldt revolutionized the scientific community.

Verb:

1. Many scientists sought to emulate Baron Karl Wilhelm von Humboldt's spirit of exploration.

2. Explorers were inspired by Humboldt's work to humbly observe and document their findings.

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