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SYMPOSIAC
Etymology
Adjective
symposiac (comparative more symposiac, superlative most symposiac)
Of or pertaining to a symposium
Noun
symposiac (plural symposiacs)
A conference or conversation of philosophers at a banquet; hence, any similar gathering.
Source: Wiktionary
Sym*po"si*ac, a. Etym: [L. symposiacus, Gr.
Definition: Of or pertaining to compotations and merrymaking; happening where company is drinking together; as, symposiac meetings. Symposiac disputations amongst my acquaintance. Arbuthnot.
Sym*po"si*ac, n.
Definition: A conference or conversation of philosophers at a banquet; hence, any similar gathering.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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