Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wallace
proper noun
/ˈwɔː.lɪs/
Definition
A reference to Alfred Russel Wallace, a British naturalist known for his contributions to the theory of evolution.
Examples
- Alfred Russel Wallace is credited with co-discovering the theory of evolution by natural selection.
- The Wallace Line is a boundary that separates the ecozones of Asia and Australia.
- Many of Wallace’s observations were crucial in shaping modern biology.
Meaning
Wallace is often associated with the concept of natural selection, as he independently formulated ideas that paralleled those of Charles Darwin.
Synonyms
- Darwinian (in the context of evolutionary theory)
- Naturalist
- Biologist
