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Catechism

Catechism Meaning & Definition
Catechism Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Catechism?

[n] an elementary book summarizing the principles of a Christian religion; written as questions and answers
[n] a series of question put to an individual (such as a political candidate) to elicit their views

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See Also | book | examination | interrogation

Catechism In Webster's Dictionary

\Cat"e*chism\ (-k[i^]z'm), n. [L. catechismus, fr. Gr. See {Catechise}.] 1. A form of instruction by means of questions and answers. 2. A book containing a summary of principles, especially of religious doctrine, reduced to the form of questions and answers. The Jews, even till this day, have their catechisms. --Hooker. {The Larger Catechism}, {The Shorter Catechism}. See {Westminster Assembly}, under {Assembly}.

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