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Philosopher Phi*los"o*pher, n. [OE. philosophre, F. philosophe, L. philosophus, Gr. ?; ? loving + ? wise. Cf. Philosophy.] 1. One who philosophizes; one versed in, or devoted to, philosophy. [1913 Webster]

Then certain philosophers of the Epicureans, and of the Stoics, encountered him. --Acts xvii. 18. [1913 Webster]

2. One who reduces the principles of philosophy to practice in the conduct of life; one who lives according to the rules of practical wisdom; one who meets or regards all vicissitudes with calmness. [1913 Webster]

3. An alchemist. [Obs.] --Chaucer. [1913 Webster]

{Philosopher s stone}, an imaginary stone which the alchemists formerly sought as instrument of converting the baser metals into gold. [1913 Webster]