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the·o·phras·tian
\|thēə|fras(h)chən\ adjective
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Theophrastus died ab 287 B.C. Greek philosopher and scientist + English -ian
1. : of or relating to the philosopher Theophrastus or his writings on natural philosophy
2. : treated in the manner of Theophrastus in his sketches of character types
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