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philosophical

adjectiveliterário/filuˈzofal/low

fi·lo·so·fal

Definition

Relating to philosophy or philosophers. In an alchemical context, refers to the legendary stone capable of transmuting base metals into gold and granting eternal life.
Medieval alchemists tirelessly sought the philosopher's stone.
His reflections had a deeply philosophical tone.
Common collocations
philosopher's stonephilosophical art

Etymology

Do latim medieval 'philosophālis', de 'philosophus' (filósofo).

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