"Giddensian" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more Giddensian [comparative], most Giddensian [superlative]
Etymology: From Giddens + -ian. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Giddens|ian}} Giddens + -ian Head templates: {{en-adj}} Giddensian (comparative more Giddensian, superlative most Giddensian)
  1. Of or relating to Anthony Giddens (born 1938), British sociologist known for his theory of structuration and his holistic view of modern societies.
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