non-Christian
|non/Chris/tian|
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/nɑn ˈkrɪs.tʃən/
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/nɒn ˈkrɪs.tʃən/
not Christian
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-Christian' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'Christian' from Latin 'Christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'.
Historical Evolution
'non-Christian' was formed by adding the prefix 'non-' to 'Christian', a term that has been in use since the early Christian era.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not a follower of Christ', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who does not adhere to Christianity.
He is a non-Christian, but he respects all religions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 22:31