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PLATONIC

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Free from physical desire

Example:

platonic love

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

passionless (not passionate)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Of or relating to or characteristic of Plato or his philosophy

Example:

Platonic dialogues

Classified under:

Relational adjectives (pertainyms)

Pertainym:

Plato (ancient Athenian philosopher; pupil of Socrates; teacher of Aristotle (428-347 BC))

Derivation:

Plato (ancient Athenian philosopher; pupil of Socrates; teacher of Aristotle (428-347 BC))

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