deipnosophist

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Definition of deipnosophist in English English dictionary

one of an ancient group of philosophers, who engaged in learned dialogue at meals

a person skilled at informal, across-the-table small talk

someone skilled at across-the-table chit chat

One of an ancient sect of philosophers, who cultivated learned conversation at meals

Hyphenation

deip·nos·o·phist

Etymology

() Greek a meal + a wise man, sophist