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pancratic

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Having all or many degrees of power; having a great range of power; said of an eyepiece made adjustable so as to give a varying magnifying power.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adj

Meaning 2

Relating to the athletic contest called the pancratium.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • pancratic fight/prize

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: pancratian, pancratical

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Ancient Greek παγκρατής (pankratḗs, “all-powerful”) + -ic.