nonsectarian
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/ˌnɒn.sɛkˈtɛr.i.ən/
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/ˌnɒn.sɛkˈtɛə.ri.ən/
not affiliated with a sect
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nonsectarian' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'sectarian' from the Latin 'sectarius,' meaning 'of a sect.'
Historical Evolution
'sectarius' transformed into the English word 'sectarian,' and with the addition of 'non-' became 'nonsectarian.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not belonging to a sect,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not affiliated with or limited to a specific religious denomination.
The school is nonsectarian, welcoming students from all religious backgrounds.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45