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BIBLIOLATRY

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bib⋅li⋅ol⋅a⋅try

  [bib-lee-ol-uh-tree]
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–noun
1. excessive reverence for the Bible as literally interpreted.
2. extravagant devotion to or dependence upon books.
Origin:
1755–65; biblio- + -latry

Related forms:
bib⋅li⋅ol⋅a⋅ter, bib⋅li⋅ol⋅a⋅trist, noun
bib⋅li⋅ol⋅a⋅trous, adjective
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bib·li·ol·a·try   (bĭb'lē-ŏl'ə-trē)   
n.  

  1. Excessive adherence to a literal interpretation of the Bible.

  2. Extreme devotion to or concern with books.

bib'li·ol'a·ter n., bib'li·ol'a·trous adj.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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