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Taoism

(do̵u′iz′əm, to̵u′-)

noun

a Chinese religion and philosophy reputedly founded by Laotzu, that advocates simplicity, selflessness, etc., in conformity with the Tao

Origin: Tao + -ism

Related Forms:

Taoist noun, adjective
Taoistic adjective

See Taoism in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A principal philosophy and system of religion of China based on the teachings of Lao-tzu in the sixth century B.C. and on subsequent revelations. It advocates preserving and restoring the Tao in the body and the cosmos.

Related Forms:

Taoˈist noun

Tao·isˈtic adjective

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