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Darwinian

/dɑɹˈwɪ.ni.ən/ noun C2
  1. An adherent of Charles Darwin's theory of the origin of species, or of Darwinism.
  2. A native or resident of Darwin in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Plural Darwinians

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After alluding airily to the Vehmgericht, aqua tofana, Carbonari, the Marchioness de Brinvilliers, the Darwinian theory, the principles of Malthus, and the Ratcliff Highway murders, the article concluded by admonishing the Government and advocating a closer watch over foreigners in England.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 55 · B2

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