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eclectic

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eclectic

Main Entry:: ¹eclec·tic
Pronunciation:: \e-ˈklek-tik, i-\
Function:: adjective
Etymology:: Greek eklektikos, from eklegein to select, from ex- out + legein to gather — more at legend
Date:: 1683

1: selecting what appears to be best in various doctrines, methods, or styles2: composed of elements drawn from various sources; also : heterogeneous

— eclec·ti·cal·ly

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\-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

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