catechism
(noun) an elementary book summarizing the principles of a Christian religion; written as questions and answers
catechism
(noun) a series of question put to an individual (such as a political candidate) to elicit their views
Source: WordNet® 3.1
catechism (plural catechisms)
A book, in question and answer form, summarizing the basic principles of Christianity.
A basic manual in some subject.
A set of questions designed to determine knowledge.
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Source: Wiktionary
Cat"e*chism, n. Etym: [L. catechismus, fr. Gr. See Catechise.]
1. A form of instruction by means of questions answers.
2. A book containing a summary of principles, especially of religious doctrine, reduced to the form of questions and answers. The Jews, even till this day, have their catechisms. Hooker. The Larger Catechism, The Shorter Catechism. See Westminster Assembly, under Assembly.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
23 June 2025
(noun) members of a family line; “his people have been farmers for generations”; “are your people still alive?”
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