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Bancroftian

Description

Bancroftian is an adjective that refers to anything related to or derived from the name or works of American historian, George Bancroft.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1

Adjective: Relating to the writing style or historical approach of George Bancroft.

Example Sentence: Her research paper was written in a bancroftian style, thoroughly exploring the political history of the United States.

Sense 2

Adjective: Indicating a characteristic that resembles or is associated with Bancroft College, a former women's liberal arts college in Massachusetts.

Example Sentence: The bancroftian education she received emphasized critical thinking and empowered her to pursue her dreams.

Sense 3

Adjective: Pertaining to the medical condition bancroftian filariasis, caused by a parasitic worm called Wuchereria bancrofti.

Example Sentence: The patient was diagnosed with bancroftian filariasis after exhibiting symptoms such as swollen limbs and thickened skin.

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