- wise man
- noun Date: before 12th century 1. a man of unusual learning, judgment, or insight ; sage 2. a man versed in esoteric lore (as of magic or astrology); especially magus 1b
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wise man — noun a) A man who is wise. That is the reason, why some say, that the wiseman liveth as long as he ought, and not so long as he can. b) A man who is a sage or seer. But wheres that wiseman, that would not be I, / If she would not deny? … Wiktionary
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wise man — noun a wise and trusted guide and advisor (Freq. 1) • Syn: ↑mentor • Hypernyms: ↑intellectual, ↑intellect • Hyponyms: ↑sage … Useful english dictionary
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wise man — sage, intellectual (see knowledge) … English dictionary for students
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