philosophical

(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 1:58:02

Phil`o*soph"ic (?), Phil`o*soph"ic*al (?), a. [L. philosophicus: cf. F. philosophique.]

Of or pertaining to philosophy; versed in, or imbued with, the principles of philosophy; hence, characterizing a philosopher; rational; wise; temperate; calm; cool.

-- Phil`o*soph"ic*al*ly, adv.

 

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