paganism

English

/ˈpeɪɡənɪzm̩/

noun
Definitions
  • Any indigenous polytheistic religion.
  • Any of a class of religions often associated with nature rituals.

Etymology

Derived from Latin pāgānismus (heathenism) affix from English pagan.

Origin

English

pagan

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