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Philippic

/fɪˈlɪpɪk/

Any of the discourses of Demosthenes against Philip II of Macedon, defending the liberty of Athens.

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noun
  1. 1

    Any of the discourses of Demosthenes against Philip II of Macedon, defending the liberty of Athens.

  2. 2

    (by extension) Any tirade or declamation full of bitter condemnation.

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