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单词 philippize
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philippize

/ˈfɪlɪpʌɪz/
Now historical and rare
verb
[no object] To favour or take the side of Philip of Macedon; (hence more generally) to speak or write as one who has been wrongly or corruptly inspired or influenced.
  • Originally with reference to the priestess of Apollo, who was believed to deliver oracles in Philip's favour after he took control of the shrine at Delphi..

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in Robert Naunton (1563–1635), politician. From ancient Greek Φιλιππίζειν to take the side of Philip II of Macedon (Demosthenes) from Φίλιππος, the name of Philip II of Macedon + -ίζειν.

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