toàn tiến
Definition
- Noun:
- Holism: A theory or approach in biology and anatomy that views systems, especially living organisms, as whole entities that are more than the mere sum of their parts. It emphasizes the functional and structural completeness of an organism.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Thuyết toàn tiến nhấn mạnh sự toàn vẹn của cơ thể sống. (The theory of holism emphasizes the integrity of a living body.)
- Trong nghiên cứu giải phẫu, quan điểm toàn tiến rất quan trọng. (In anatomical research, a holistic perspective is very important.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is primarily used in specialized academic or scientific contexts, particularly in discussions of biological theory, systems biology, or philosophical approaches to life sciences.
Variants and Related Words
- Toàn thể (n): the whole, the entirety. Often used in a more general sense.
- Chúng ta cần xem xét vấn đề một cách toàn thể. (We need to consider the problem in its entirety.)
Synonyms
- Holism: The principle of viewing systems as wholes.
- Wholism: An alternative, less common spelling for the same concept.
Notes on Usage
- "Toàn tiến" is a specialized, technical term. It is not commonly used in everyday Vietnamese conversation. Learners are more likely to encounter its descriptive synonym "quan điểm toàn thể" (holistic viewpoint) or the adjective "toàn diện" (comprehensive) in general contexts.
- The reference definition from the Vietnamese-French dictionary confirms its specific application in biology and anatomy.