1
: the ancient redactor and compiler of the Book of Mormon presented as divine revelation by Joseph Smith
2
see usage paragraph below
: latter-day saint
especially
: a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Usage of Mormon and Mormonism
The use of the terms Mormon and Mormonism in their meanings relating to Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is discouraged by the church.
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Here, guests are immersed in Mormon heritage, history and culture.
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Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 3 Feb. 2025
These days, thanks to viral limited-edition soda flavor releases, bubbling interest in non-alcoholic drinks, and the dirty soda wave spurred by TikTok and reality shows like The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, soda options are poppin’.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2025
Born in the sprawling Chicago metro area, she was raised in the Mormon faith by her mother alongside her two siblings and an identical twin, Ellie.
—William Earl, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Matthews' ongoing struggles with her chronic illness were not included in the first season of Mormon Wives.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
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Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 3 Feb. 2025
These days, thanks to viral limited-edition soda flavor releases, bubbling interest in non-alcoholic drinks, and the dirty soda wave spurred by TikTok and reality shows like The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, soda options are poppin’.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2025
Born in the sprawling Chicago metro area, she was raised in the Mormon faith by her mother alongside her two siblings and an identical twin, Ellie.
—William Earl, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Matthews' ongoing struggles with her chronic illness were not included in the first season of Mormon Wives.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
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“Mormon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Mormon. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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Mormon
noun
Mor·mon
ˈmȯr-mən 
: a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints founded by Joseph Smith in 1830 and accepting the Book of Mormon
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