English

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Etymology

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From Ancient Greek Φίλων (Phílōn, Philo) +‎ -ian.

Adjective

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Philonian (comparative more Philonian, superlative most Philonian)

  1. Of or relating to Philo of Alexandria (c. 25 BCE – c. 50 CE), a Hellenistic Jewish philosopher.

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Noun

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Philonian (plural Philonians)

  1. A follower of Philo's philosophy.