(~s)
The ~s of a theory or belief are the main principles on which it is based. (FORMAL)
Non-violence and patience are the central ~s of their faith...
= principle
N-COUNT: with supp, oft N of n
(~s)
The ~s of a theory or belief are the main principles on which it is based. (FORMAL)
Non-violence and patience are the central ~s of their faith...
= principle
N-COUNT: with supp, oft N of n
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