I. e-ˈklek-tik, i- adjective
Etymology: Greek eklektikos, from eklegein to select, from ex- out + legein to gather — more at legend
Date: 1683
1. : selecting what appears to be best in various doctrines, methods, or styles
2. : composed of elements drawn from various sources ; also : heterogeneous
• eclec·ti·cal·ly -ti-k(ə-)lē adverb
II. noun
Date: 1817
: one who uses an eclectic method or approach