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Doric

Dor·ic [ dáwrik ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. ancient Greek dialect: a dialect of ancient Greek spoken mainly in the area of modern Peloponnesus

2. dialect of Scots: a rural dialect of Scots spoken in parts of northeastern Scotland



adjective 
Definition:
 
1. in simple classical architectural style: relating to or built in a style of architecture characterized by fluted columns with a rounded molding at the top and no base

2. of Dorians: relating to the Dorians of ancient Greece

3. of Doric: relating to Doric dialect

[Mid-16th century. Via Latin, "of Doris" (region of ancient Greece) < Greek Dōrikos< Dōris "Doris"]
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