SECTIONALISM


Meaning of SECTIONALISM in English

— sectionalist , n.

/sek"sheuh nl iz'euhm/ , n.

excessive regard for sectional or local interests; regional or local spirit, prejudice, etc.

[ 1850-55, Amer.; SECTIONAL + -ISM ]

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