Hylism
Hy"lism\, n. [Gr. ? wood, matter.] (Metaph.) A theory which regards matter as the original principle of evil.| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
| a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare. |
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