Eclectic1. (a.) Selecting; choosing (what is true or excellent in doctrines, opinions, etc.) from various sources or systems; as, an eclectic philosopher.
2. (a.) Consisting, or made up, of what is chosen or selected; as, an eclectic method; an eclectic magazine.
3. (n.) One who follows an eclectic method.
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