postulate (n.) 1580s, "a request, demand, petition," from Latin postulātum "demand, request," properly "that which is requested," noun use of neuter past participle of postulare "to ask, demand; claim; require" (see postulate (v.)).

What does postulate mean in religion?

a person who makes a request or application, esp a candidate for admission to a religious order.

What does postulate mean in chemistry?

postulate means. Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument.. A fundamental element; a basic principle..