I. kənˈfyüshən noun
( -s )
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Confuci us died ab 479 B.C. Chin. philosopher + English -an, n. suffix
: a follower of the Chinese philosopher Confucius : an adherent of Confucianism
II. adjective
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Confuci us + English -an, adjective suffix
: of or relating to Confucius or his teaching or followers