agapemonite
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/əˈɡæpəˌmoʊnaɪt/
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/əˈɡæpəˌməʊnaɪt/
member of a religious community
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agapemonite' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agapē,' where 'agapē' meant 'love' and 'monē' meant 'abode.'
Historical Evolution
'agapemonite' was derived from the Greek word 'agapēmonē,' which referred to a place of love, and eventually became the modern English word 'agapemonite.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a place of love,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a member of the Agapemone community.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member of the Agapemone, a religious community founded in the 19th century in England.
The agapemonite community was known for its controversial beliefs.
Last updated: 2025/05/28 13:51