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particularism
CIDE DICTIONARY
particularism, n. [Cf. F. particularisme.].
- A minute description; a detailed statement. [1913 Webster]
- The doctrine of particular election. [1913 Webster]
- Devotion to the interests of one's own kingdom or province rather than to those of the empire. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
particularism, n.
1 exclusive devotion to one party, sect, etc.
2 the principle of leaving political independence to each State in an empire or federation.
3 the theological doctrine of individual election or redemption.
1 exclusive devotion to one party, sect, etc.
2 the principle of leaving political independence to each State in an empire or federation.
3 the theological doctrine of individual election or redemption.
Derivative
particularist n.
Etymology
F particularisme, mod.L particularismus, and G Partikularismus (as PARTICULAR)
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