Definition of Catastasis. Meaning of Catastasis. Synonyms of Catastasis
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Definition of Catastasis
Catastasis Catastasis Ca*tas"ta*sis, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ?, fr. ? to set;
kata` down + ? to place.]
1. (Rhet.) That part of a speech, usually the exordium, in
which the orator sets forth the subject matter to be
discussed.
2. (Med.) The state, or condition of anything; constitution;
habit of body.