"Zoilism" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From the works of Zoilus (Ancient Greek: Ζωΐλος (Zōḯlos)), a classical Greek writer who was highly critical of Homer; + -ism. Etymology templates: {{uder|en|grc|-}} Ancient Greek, {{suffix|en||ism}} + -ism Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Zoilism (uncountable)
  1. (obsolete) nagging or carping criticism Tags: obsolete, uncountable
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