noun
Hinduism
HIHN-doo-ih-zuhm
noun
1
A major religion and way of life originating in India, marked by belief in reincarnation and many forms of a single divine reality.
"Hinduism is one of the oldest religions still widely practised today."
How to Use Hinduism
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe religion practised by Hindus, centred on India, with beliefs like karma and reincarnation.
Word Forms
Hinduisms plural
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Etymology
From Hindu + -ism.