Sherlockian

Sherlockian
/sherr lok"ee euhn/, adj.
1. pertaining to or characteristic of the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, known for his skill in solving mysteries through deductive reasoning.
n.
2. a devoted fan of or an expert on the adventures of Sherlock Holmes.
[see -IAN]

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