platonics
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The theory, practice, or expressions of purely spiritual, intellectual, and non-romantic affection, or philosophical doctrines associated with Plato.
"Their correspondence consisted entirely of high-minded platonics and literary debates."
People who share a close, affectionate friendship that is purely spiritual or intellectual and free from romantic or sexual desire, or followers of Plato's philosophy.
"Throughout college, the two remained devoted platonics who supported each other's artistic careers."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'platonic', from Latin Platonicus and Ancient Greek Platonikos, naming the classical Greek philosopher Plato (c. 428–348 BCE), whose Symposium explored spiritual and intellectual love transcending physical desire.
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