Made after a definite type of formula; representing in general, but not with absolute exactness; denoting an anatomical drawing or model. [G. schematikos, in outward show, fr. schema, shape, form]
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sche·mat·ic ski-'mat-ik adj of or relating to a scheme or schema
sche·mat·i·cal·ly -i-k(ə-)lē adv
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sche·mat·ic (ske-matґik) serving as a diagram or model.Medical dictionary. 2011.