n. [ OE. philosophre, F. philosophe, L. philosophus, Gr. filo`sofos; fi`los loving + sofo`s wise. Cf. Philosophy. ] 1. One who philosophizes; one versed in, or devoted to, philosophy. [ 1913 Webster ]
Then certain philosophers of the Epicureans, and of the Stoics, encountered him. Acts xvii. 18. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. One who reduces the principles of philosophy to practice in the conduct of life; one who lives according to the rules of practical wisdom; one who meets or regards all vicissitudes with calmness. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. An alchemist. [ Obs. ] Chaucer. [ 1913 Webster ]
Philosopher's stone, an imaginary stone which the alchemists formerly sought as the instrument of converting the baser metals into gold. [ 1913 Webster ]