Schē'ma-tizm, n.

(skē'ma-tizm), n. [Fr. schématisme, Lat. schématismus, from Gr. σχηματισμός, the assuming of a shape or posture, a dressing up, from σχηματίζειν, to form, shape, dress up, from σχῆμα, form, shape.] 1. (Astrol.) Combination of the aspects of heavenly bodies. [Obs.] 2. Particular form or disposition of a thing; an exhibition in outline of any systematic arrangements; outline; figure. [Rare.]