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AVERROES
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Arabian philosopher born in Spain; wrote detailed commentaries on Aristotle that were admired by the Schoolmen (1126-1198)
Synonyms:
Abul-Walid Mohammed ibn-Ahmad Ibn-Mohammed ibn-Roshd; Averroes; ibn-Roshd
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Instance hypernyms:
doc; doctor; Dr.; MD; medico; physician (a licensed medical practitioner)
attorney; lawyer (a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice)
philosopher (a specialist in philosophy)