- the ecumenical movement among Christian churches
- the principles or practice of promoting cooperation or better understanding among differing religious faiths
Also ecu·menic·ity
ecumenism
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ecumenism
noun
- A movement promoting unity among Christian churches or denominations.
- A movement promoting worldwide unity among religions through greater cooperation and improved understanding.
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- ec′u·men′ist
noun
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Noun
(plural ecumenisms)
- (philosophy) Ecumenical doctrines and practices, especially as manifested in the ecumenical movement.
Origin
ecumene + -ism
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