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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


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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

And it is a demonstrable fact that students of the classics do actually surpass their unclassical rivals in any field where a fair test can be made.

From The Unpopular Review, Volume II Number 3 by Various

Nothing can be more unclassical than Harvey's Latin verse.

From A History of English Poetry: an Unpublished Continuation by Thomas Warton

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