Greek polyistōr very learned, from poly- + istōr, histōr learned — more at history
1588, in the meaning defined above
polyhidrosis
polyhistor
polyhistory
“Polyhistor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polyhistor. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.
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