empiric
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noun \im-ˈpir-ik, em-\Definition of EMPIRIC
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: charlatan 2
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: one who relies on practical experience
Origin of EMPIRIC
Latin empiricus, from Greek empeirikos doctor relying on experience alone, from empeiria experience, from em- 2en- + peiran to attempt — more at fear
First Known Use: 1562
em·pir·ic
noun \im-ˈpir-ik, em-\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of EMPIRIC
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a : a member of an ancient sect of physicians who based their practice on experience alone disregarding all theoretical and philosophic considerations b : quack
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