Porphyrian tree

English

Etymology

Originally suggested by the Ancient Greek philosopher and logician Porphyry.

Noun

Porphyrian tree (plural Porphyrian trees)

  1. A tree-like hierarchical diagram illustrating a scale of being.
    Synonym: tree of Porphyry
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