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THEORIC
Etymology
Noun
theoric (plural theorics)
(obsolete) Theory, as opposed to practice. [14th-19th c.]
Adjective
theoric (comparative more theoric, superlative most theoric)
(obsolete) Relating to, or skilled in, theory.
Relating to the Ancient Greek Theorica.
Anagrams
• rotchie, trochei
Source: Wiktionary
The*or"ic, a. Etym: [Cf. F. théorique. See Theory.]
1. Of or pertaining to the theorica.
2. (pron.
Definition: Relating to, or skilled in, theory; theoretically skilled. [Obs.] A man but young, Yet old in judgment, theoric and practic In all humanity. Massinger.
The"o*ric, n. Etym: [OF. theorique; cf. L. theorice.]
Definition: Speculation; theory. [Obs.] Shak.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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