Definition of "empiric" in Englisch

adjective

1. Empirical.

noun

1. (historical) A member of a sect of ancient physicians who based their theories solely on experience.

2. Someone who is guided by empiricism; an empiricist.

3. Any unqualified or dishonest practitioner; a charlatan; a quack.

   • An empiric oftentimes, and a silly chirurgeon, doth more strange cures than a rational physician.