Noted philosopher (the basis for three anagrams in this puzzle) Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Monday, January 24, 2000 · 20-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, January 24, 2000.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 24, 2000 · 20-Across · 8 letters
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ancient Athenian philosopher; teacher of Plato and Xenophon (470-399 BC)
noun
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