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henotheism

Syllabification: (hen·o·the·ism)
Pronunciation: /ˈhenōTHēˌizəm, ˌhenōˈTHē-/

Definition of henotheism

noun

  • adherence to one particular god out of several, especially by a family, tribe, or other group.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek heis, heno- 'one' + theos 'god' + -ism

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