Theophrastus

biographical name

circa 372–circa 287 b.c. Greek philosopher and naturalist

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“Theophrastus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Theophrastus. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

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