English Explanatory Dictionary

clericalism

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Political or secular power invested in members of the clergy.

Pronunciation

/ˈklɛ.ɹɪ.k(ə)ˌlɪ.z(ə)m/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Pvanp7-climatically.wav

Word forms

clericalism clericalisms

Etymology

From clerical + -ism.

Related words

clericalist
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