Theophilus

Definitions

1. The addressee of the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles.
2. A male given name from Ancient Greek; rare in English.

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Examples

“It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write⟳ unto thee in order⟳, most excellent Theophilus.”

“'That's a good one, that is!' said Ern. 'Lovaduck, I'd like⟳ to see⟳ Uncle Theophilus when I tell⟳ him that!'”

“"Call⟳ me Ted, will you, Rip? 'Theophilus' is unmanageable and 'Theo' is awkward. Everybody calls me Ted or Teddie, now."”

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