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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