单词 | pancratic |
释义 | pancratic1/panˈkratɪk/Greek History adjective Of or relating to the pancratium. More generally: fully disciplined or exercised in mind; having every kind of skill or accomplishment. OriginMid 17th century. From post-classical Latin pancraticus of or relating to an athlete, irregularly from ancient Greek παγκράτιον + classical Latin -icus. pancratic2/panˈkratɪk/Optics adjective Of an eyepiece: capable of adjustment to many degrees of magnification. OriginMid 19th century; earliest use found in David Brewster (1781–1868), natural philosopher and academic administrator. From ancient Greek παγκρατής all-powerful (from παν- + κρατής, combining form of κράτος bodily strength, mastery: see -cracy) + -ic. |
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