SAMARITANISM


Meaning of SAMARITANISM in English

- ə nˌizəm, -əˌni- noun

( -s )

Etymology: samaritan (I) + -ism

1. usually capitalized

a. : the religious doctrine of the Samaritans

b. : an expression characteristic of the Samaritan dialect

2. often capitalized : a compassionate character or deed

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