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catechism

KA-tih-kih-zuhm

Catechism (noun) means a book that summarises the basic teachings of a religion, typically in question-and-answer form. Example: “The children studied the catechism before their confirmation.”

noun
1
A book that summarises the basic teachings of a religion, typically in question-and-answer form.
"The children studied the catechism before their confirmation."
2
Any basic instructional manual laid out as a series of questions and answers.
"The training guide reads almost like a catechism of company policy."

How to use catechism

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In plain EnglishA structured set of teachings, usually religious, presented as questions and answers.

Word forms

catechisms plural

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Etymology

From Late Latin catechismus, from Ancient Greek katekhizein, "to instruct orally."

Origin: Ancient Greek

Frequently asked questions

What does “catechism” mean?

The word “catechism” means a book that summarises the basic teachings of a religion, typically in question-and-answer form. In plain terms, a structured set of teachings, usually religious, presented as questions and answers.

How do you pronounce “catechism”?

“Catechism” is pronounced KA-tih-kih-zuhm (/ˈkætɪˌkɪzəm/ in IPA).

How do you use “catechism” in a sentence?

Here is “catechism” used in a sentence: “The children studied the catechism before their confirmation.”

What part of speech is “catechism”?

“Catechism” is a noun.

Where does the word “catechism” come from?

The word “catechism” comes from Ancient Greek. From Late Latin catechismus, from Ancient Greek katekhizein, "to instruct orally.".

How many meanings does “catechism” have?

“Catechism” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a book that summarises the basic teachings of a religion, typically in question-and-answer form.

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