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theoretics

[ thee-uh-ret-iks ]

noun

(used with a singular verb)
  1. the theoretical or speculative part of a science or subject.


theoretics

/ ˌθɪəˈɛɪ /

noun

  1. functioning as singular or plural the theory of a particular subject Also called (less commonly)theoretic
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of theoretics1

1650–60; theoret(ic) ( theoretical ) + -ics
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Dawson responds that they should continue to spend the night on his bed: “Proof that we can still remain friends, despite any mounting sexual theoretics.”

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In their privileging of atmosphere over linearity though, the Theoretics reveal echoes of The xx’s earlier work.

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The Seattle-based Theoretics don’t exactly have a consistent feel like The xx does.

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If you like … The xx, try Theoretics.

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“We’ve got a good mix of theoretics and practical applications here at the land labs.”

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