phalanstery

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An association or community organized on the plan of Charles Fourier, with living space divided hierarchically and higher pay for those carrying out unpopular tasks.
  2. The dwelling house of a Fourierite community.

Pronunciation

/ˈfælənˌstɜɹi/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-phalanstery.wav

Word forms

phalanstery phalansteries

Etymology

From French phalanstère.

Synonyms

phalange phalanstère phalanx

Related words

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