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    Philosopher , n. [OE. philosophre, F. philosophe, L. philosophus, Gr. φιλόσοφος; φίλος loving + σοφός wise. Cf. Philosophy.]
    1. One who philosophizes; one versed in, or devoted to, philosophy.
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      Then certain philosophers of the Epicureans, and of the Stoics, encountered him.
      Acts xvii. 18.

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    2. One who reduces the principles of philosophy to practice in the conduct of life; one who lives according to the rules of practical wisdom; one who meets or regards all vicissitudes with calmness.
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    3. An alchemist. [Obs.]
      Chaucer.

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      Philosopher's stone, an imaginary stone which the alchemists formerly sought as the instrument of converting the baser metals into gold.
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