Definition of "eccentric" []

• Departing from a recognized, conventional, or established norm or pattern. See Synonyms at strange. (adjective)
• Deviating from a circular form or path, as in an elliptical orbit. (adjective)
• Not situated at or in the geometric center. (adjective)
• Having the axis located elsewhere than at the geometric center. (adjective)
• One that deviates markedly from an established norm, especially a person of odd or unconventional behavior. (noun)

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• "Writing that is alive is what we call eccentric (if in English) or experimental (if in French)."
• "Marry, sir, thus: Mr. Eden was what they call eccentric; among his other deviations from usage he delivered the meaning of sentences in church along with the words."
• ""Kooky and eccentric" is also a good description of Magda Sayeg, the Texas woman credited with starting the yarn bombing movement."