Klannish
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Of or pertaining to the Ku Klux Klan.
"I am an American Negro woman who, in spite of all the Klannish feeling in the world, is grateful to the Creator, since it pleased Him to create me thus, and proudly I join with those who denounce hatred and advocate love."
Example
More examples"I am an American Negro woman who, in spite of all the Klannish feeling in the world, is grateful to the Creator, since it pleased Him to create me thus, and proudly I join with those who denounce hatred and advocate love."
Etymology
Blend of Klan + clannish.
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