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catechism

Syllabification: (cat·e·chism)
Pronunciation: /ˈkatəˌkizəm/
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Definition of catechism

noun

  • a summary of the principles of Christian religion in the form of questions and answers, used for the instruction of Christians.
  • a series of fixed questions, answers, or precepts used for instruction in other situations.

Derivatives

catechismal

Pronunciation: /ˌkatəˈkizməl/
adjective

Origin:

early 16th century: from ecclesiastical Latin catechismus, from ecclesiastical Greek, from katēkhizein (see catechize)

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