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-philia
a combining form used in the formation of compound words that have the general sense “unnatural attraction” (necrophilia), “tendency” (hemophilia); also forming abstract nouns that correspond to adjectives ending in -philic or -philous or nouns ending in -phile.
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-philia
is always a great word to know.
So is lollapalooza. Does it mean:
| an arrangement of five objects, as trees, in a square or rectangle, one at each corner and one in the middle. |
| an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance. |
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World English Dictionary
| -philia | |
| —n combining form | |
| 1. | indicating a tendency towards: haemophilia |
| 2. | indicating an abnormal liking for: necrophilia |
| [from Greek philos loving] | |
| -philiac | |
| —n combining form | |
| -philous | |
| —adj combining form | |
| -philic | |
| —adj combining form | |
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Etymonline
Word Origin & History
-philia
comb. form meaning "friendship, fondness," from Gk. philia "affection," from philos "loving."
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American Heritage
Medical Dictionary
-philia suff.
Tendency toward: hemophilia.
Abnormal attraction to: necrophilia.
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