n. 1 a political theory derived from Marx, advocating class war and leading to a society in which all property is publicly owned and each person is paid and works according to his or her needs and abilities. 2 (usu. Communism) a the communistic form of society established in the USSR and elsewhere. b any movement or political doctrine advocating communism. 3 = COMMUNALISM.
[ F communisme f. commun COMMON ]