PAROCHIALISM

parochialism

(noun) a limitation of views or interests like that defined by a local parish

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

parochialism (countable and uncountable, plural parochialisms)

The quality or state of being parochial; especially: selfish pettiness or narrowness (as of interests, opinions, or views).

Source: Wiktionary


Pa*ro"chi*al*ism, n.

Definition: The quality or state of being parochial in form or nature; a system of management peculiar to parishes.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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19 November 2024

SALTWORT

(noun) bushy plant of Old World salt marshes and sea beaches having prickly leaves; burned to produce a crude soda ash


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