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单词 Pythagorist
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Definition of Pythagorist in English:

Pythagorist

noun pʌɪˈθaɡ(ə)rɪstpɪˈθaɡ(ə)rɪst
  • A follower of Pythagoras or of Pythagorean philosophy or doctrine; (frequently depreciative) a person devoted to the observance of the mystical or ritual (as opposed to the scientific) aspects of Pythagorean doctrine.

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in Abraham Fleming (c1552–1607), author, literary editor, and Church of England clergyman. From post-classical Latin Pythagorista or its etymon ancient Greek Πυθαγοριστής follower of Pythagoras (also occasionally derogatory) from Πυθαγόρας, the name of Pythagoras + -ιστής, after Πυθαγορίζειν.

 
 

Definition of Pythagorist in US English:

Pythagorist

noun
  • A follower of Pythagoras or of Pythagorean philosophy or doctrine; (frequently depreciative) a person devoted to the observance of the mystical or ritual (as opposed to the scientific) aspects of Pythagorean doctrine.

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in Abraham Fleming (c1552–1607), author, literary editor, and Church of England clergyman. From post-classical Latin Pythagorista or its etymon ancient Greek Πυθαγοριστής follower of Pythagoras (also occasionally derogatory) from Πυθαγόρας, the name of Pythagoras + -ιστής, after Πυθαγορίζειν.

 
 
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