philo-
a combining form appearing in loanwords from Greek, where it meant “loving” (philology); on this model, used in the formation of compound words (philoprogenitive).
Origin of philo-
1- Also especially before a vowel, phil-.
Words Nearby philo-
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Also making Time's list are Net-a-Porter founder Natalie Massenet and Céline's creative director, Phoebe Philo.
Beyonce Covers Time's '100 Most Influential People' Issue; Michelle Obama to Cut Ribbon at Anna Wintour Costume Center | The Fashion Beast Team | April 24, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTBut most importantly, Philo finally brought diversity to her runway.
In a shocking turn, minimalist Phoebe Philo presented a bold new aesthetic for Céline next spring.
Designer Phoebe Philo presented a cool collection of wooly outerwear and unexpected proportions.
Some fall all over themselves to express their philo-Semitism.
One of the servants and flatterers of Agathocles, whose name was Philo, came out to the stadium still flustered with wine.
The Histories of Polybius, Vol. II (of 2) | PolybiusWe see here a number of ideas foreign to Aristotle, which are found first in Philo the Jew and appear later in medival philosophy.
A History of Mediaeval Jewish Philosophy | Isaac HusikAl Mukammas speaks of negative attributes as being more applicable to God than positive, as Philo had already said long before.
A History of Mediaeval Jewish Philosophy | Isaac HusikThe legendary tradition which even Philo accepts gives it a formal nativity, a royal patron and inspired authors.
Philo had described the Word as an effulgence, and spoken also of Him as distinct from God.
The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Hebrews | Thomas Charles Edwards
British Dictionary definitions for philo-
indicating a love of: philology; philanthropic
Origin of philo-
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