Brahmanism

noun

Brah·man·ism ˈbrä-mə-ˌni-zəm

: orthodox Hinduism adhering to the pantheism of the Vedas and to the ancient sacrifices and family ceremonies

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First Known Use

1816, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Brahmanism was in 1816

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“Brahmanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Brahmanism. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

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