eclectic
Pronunciation:\e-ˈklek-tik, i-\
Function:adjective, noun
Etymology:Greek eklektikos, from eklegein to select, from ex- out + legein to gather
Date: 1683
1: (adjective) selecting what appears to be best in various doctrines, methods, or styles
2: (noun) composed of elements drawn from various sources; also : Heterogeneous
— eclec·ti·cal·ly; pronunciation: \-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
philia
Function:noun combining form
Etymology:New Latin, from Greek philia friendship, from philosophy dear
1 : friendly feeling toward
2 : tendency toward
3 : abnormal appetite or liking for
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