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theoretics

[ thee-uh-ret-iks ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)
  1. the theoretical or speculative part of a science or subject.


theoretics

/ ˌθɪəˈrɛtɪks /

noun

  1. functioning as singular or plural the theory of a particular subject Also called (less commonly)theoretic
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of theoretics1

1650–60; theoret(ic) ( theoretical ) + -ics
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Example Sentences

Dawson responds that they should continue to spend the night on his bed: “Proof that we can still remain friends, despite any mounting sexual theoretics.”

In their privileging of atmosphere over linearity though, the Theoretics reveal echoes of The xx’s earlier work.

The Seattle-based Theoretics don’t exactly have a consistent feel like The xx does.

If you like … The xx, try Theoretics.

“We’ve got a good mix of theoretics and practical applications here at the land labs.”

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