churchism

noun

church·​ism

ˈchərˌchizəm,

-ə̄ˌch-,

-əiˌch-

plural -s

: strong adherence to church practices or beliefs, especially sectarian practices or beliefs

Word History

Etymology

church entry 1 + -ism

First Known Use

1741, in the meaning defined above

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