Mohist

1 of 2

noun

Moh·​ist
ˈmōə̇st
plural -s
: an adherent of Mohism

Mohist

2 of 2

adjective

"
: of or relating to Mo Ti or his teachings or followers

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Mo Ti + connective -h- + English -ist

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“Mohist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Mohist. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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