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Definitions

Proper Noun

1. 1
   An ancient Greek philosopher, founder of the movement known as Epicureanism. historical

Example

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"Epicurus laid down the doctrine that pleasure was the chief good."

Etymology

From Latin Epicūrus, from Ancient Greek Ἐπίκουρος (Epíkouros).

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