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hermetic
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[həːˈmɛtɪk], (Adjective)
Definitions:
- (of a seal or closure) complete and airtight
(e.g: a hermetic seal that ensures perfect waterproofing)
- relating to an ancient occult tradition encompassing alchemy, astrology, and theosophy
(e.g: some saw in the Hermetic texts an anticipation of Christianity)
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Origin
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mid 17th century (in hermetic): from modern Latin hermeticus, from Hermes, identified with Thoth, regarded as the founder of alchemy and astrology
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