Octopic
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Of, pertaining to, or resembling an octopus; octopuslike.
"This is another of the many branches ... which ... has now become almost octopic in its range, touching on subjects of sociology, and even including economics within its grasp."
- 2 Misspelling of ectopic. alt-of, misspelling
Synonyms
All synonymsExample
More examples"This is another of the many branches ... which ... has now become almost octopic in its range, touching on subjects of sociology, and even including economics within its grasp."
Etymology
From octopus + -ic.