Pelmanism

noun

Pel·​man·​ism
ˈpelməˌnizəm
plural -s
1
: a system of training held to develop the mind
2

Word History

Etymology

Pelman Institute, institution for training of the mind founded in London 1898 + English -ism

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“Pelmanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Pelmanism. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

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