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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A tendency among some conservative Christians, especially in the USA, to seek influence or control over secular civil government through political action. uncountable
2. 2
   The belief that human beings should be free to dominate and exploit nature, including plants and animals. uncountable

Synonyms

All synonyms

christian shariatheoconservatism

Etymology

From dominion + -ism.

Related phrases

human being

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