eclecticism, eclectic method
(noun) making decisions on the basis of what seems best instead of following some single doctrine or style
Source: WordNet® 3.1
eclecticism (countable and uncountable, plural eclecticisms)
The quality of being eclectic
(philosophy) An approach to thought that draws upon multiple theories to gain complementary insights into phenomena
(arts) Any form of art that borrows from multiple other styles
Source: Wiktionary
Ec*lec"ti*cism, n. Etym: [Cf. F. éclecticisme. Cf. Electicism.]
Definition: Theory or practice of an eclectic.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
20 November 2024
(noun) an injection of a liquid through the anus to stimulate evacuation; sometimes used for diagnostic purposes
International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.
