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unclassical

American  
[uhn-klas-i-kuhl] / ʌnˈklæs ɪ kəl /

adjective

  1. not classical; contrary to classical precepts.

  2. Physics. (formerly) nonclassical.


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Etymology

Origin of unclassical

First recorded in 1715–25; un- 1 + classical

Example Sentences

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Since you have demonstrated a complete and utter disregard for classical economics, could you at least explain the assumption that your unclassical economic philosophy is guided by?

From New York Times • Dec. 30, 2016

The atomic electrons, said unclassical Physicist Bohr, cannot revolve in any old orbit.

From Time Magazine Archive

Five years ago its General College was a bold experiment to provide misfit students with a broad, unclassical education.

From Time Magazine Archive

The standard of study is as high as in other unclassical schools, and every pupil has equal advantages of improvement.

From The History of Louisville, from the Earliest Settlement till the Year 1852 by Casseday, Ben

It was not many weeks after this happy evening that Arnfinn and the maiden with the "amusingly unclassical nose" presented themselves in the pastor's study and asked for his paternal and unofficial blessing.

From Tales from Two Hemispheres by Boyesen, Hjalmar Hjorth

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