Encyclic

/ɛnˈsɪklɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or resembling an encyclopedia; comprehensive or circular in scope.

Etymology

From encyclopedia + -ic suffix, a rare adjective form suggesting something encyclopedic or having the circular nature of an encyclopedia.

Kelly Says

An 'encyclic' approach to knowledge means covering everything in a field systematically. The word echoes the Greek 'enkyklios' meaning circular or general—all-encompassing knowledge.

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