\Sche"ma*tism\, n. [Cf. F. sch['e]matisme (cf. L.
schematismos florid speech), fr. Gr. ?, fr. ? to form. See
{Scheme}.]
1. (Astrol.) Combination of the aspects of heavenly bodies.
2. Particular form or disposition of a thing; an exhibition
   in outline of any systematic arrangement. [R.]