First Known Use: 1794
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toxophilite
noun tox·oph·i·lite \täk-ˈsä-fə-ˌlīt\
Definition of TOXOPHILITE
: a person fond of or expert at archery
— toxophilite adjective
— tox·oph·i·ly \-lē\ noun
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Origin of TOXOPHILITE
Greek toxon bow, arrow + philos dear, loving
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