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irenics

[ahy-ren-iks, ahy-ree-niks]

noun (used with a singular verb)

the branch of theology dealing with the promotion of peace and conciliation among Christian churches. Compare polemics (def. 2).

Origin:
1880–85; see irenic, -ics

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irenics (aɪˈriːnɪks, -ˈrɛn-)

—n
	(functioning as singular) that branch of theology that is concerned with unity between Christian sects and denominations

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