PURITANISM


Meaning of PURITANISM in English

ˈpyu̇rət ə nˌizəm, -rəd.əˌni-, -rətəˌni- noun

( -s )

1. usually capitalized : the beliefs and practices of or characteristic of the Puritans

2. sometimes capitalized : strictness and austerity especially in matters of religion or conduct

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