1a. Intended for or understood by only a particular group: an esoteric cult. See synonyms at mysterious. b. Of or relating to that which is known by a restricted number of people. 2a. Confined to a small group: esoteric interests.b. Not publicly disclosed; confidential.
ETYMOLOGY:
Greek esterikos, from ester, comparative of es, within. See en in Appendix I.
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