2. In bibliography, a collection of different works, either by one or several authors. Brande & C.
POLYGRAPHIC; POLYGRAPHICAL
Pol`y*graph"ic, Pol`y*graph"ic*al, a. Etym: [Cf. F. polygraphique.]
Defn: Pertaining to, or employed in, polygraphy; as, a polygraphic instrument.
2. Done with a polygraph; as, a polygraphic copy.
POLYGRAPHY
Po*lyg"ra*phy, n. Etym: [Gr. polygraphie.]
1. Much writing; writing of many books. [Obs.] Fuller.
2. The art of writing in various ciphers, and of deciphering the same. [R.]
3. The art or practice of using a polygraph.
POLYGROOVED
Pol"y*grooved`, a. Etym: [Poly- + groove.]
Defn: Having many grooves; as, a polygrooved rifle or gun (referring to the rifling).