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idiomorphic

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//xlookup/uncharacteristic'>uncharacteristic untypical
Examples
Noun
  • //the ability to fashion tools and other characteristics that distinguish human beings from other animals
Adjective
  • //He responded to their comments with characteristic good humor.
  • //the characteristic taste of licorice
First Known Use
Noun
1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Adjective
1647, in the meaning defined above
History and Etymology
Noun
— see character entry 1
Adjective
— see character entry 1
characteristic