Ionic

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I·on·ic / īˈänik/ • adj. 1. relating to or denoting a classical order of architecture characterized by a column with scroll shapes (volutes) on either side of the capital.2. another term for Ionian.• n. 1. the Ionic order of architecture.2. the ancient Greek dialect used in Ionia.

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ionic

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i·on·ic / īˈänik/ • adj. of, relating to, or using ions. ∎ (of a chemical bond) formed by the electrostatic attraction of oppositely charged ions. Often contrasted with covalent.DERIVATIVES: i·on·i·cal·ly / -ik(ə)lē/ adv.

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Ionic

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Ionic relating to or denoting a classical order of architecture characterized by a column with scroll shapes (volutes) on either side of the capital.

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