GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Eclectic , a. [Gr. , fr.  to pick out, choose out: cf. F. éclectique. See Eclogue, and cf. Elect.]
    Selecting; choosing (what is true or excellent in doctrines, opinions, etc.) from various sources or systems; as, an eclectic philosopher.
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   Consisting, or made up, of what is chosen or selected; as, an eclectic method; an eclectic magazine.
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   Eclectic physician, one of a class of practitioners of medicine, who select their modes of practice and medicines from all schools; formerly, sometimes the same as botanic physician. [U.S.] -- Eclectic school. (Paint.) See Bolognese school, under Bolognese.
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   Eclectic , n. One who follows an eclectic method.
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