First Known Use: 1828
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eidolon
noun ei·do·lon \ī-ˈdō-lən\
plural ei·do·lons\-lənz\ or ei·do·la\-lə\
Definition of EIDOLON
1
: an unsubstantial image : phantom
2
: ideal
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Origin of EIDOLON
Greek eidōlon — more at idol
Related to EIDOLON
- Synonyms
- beau ideal, classic, ideal, exemplar, idea, model, nonesuch, nonpareil, paragon, patron saint
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