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patriotism
(pat¦ri¦ot|ism)
Pronunciation:
/ˈpeɪtrɪətɪz(ə)m/
noun
[
mass noun
]
the quality of being patriotic; vigorous support for one’s country:
a highly decorated officer of unquestionable integrity and patriotism
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