sectionalism

[sek-shuh-nl-iz-uhm] Example Sentences

sec·tion·al·ism

[sek-shuh-nl-iz-uhm]
noun
excessive regard for sectional or local interests; regional or local spirit, prejudice, etc.

Origin:
1850–55, Americanism; sectional + -ism

sec·tion·al·ist, noun
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Sectionalism is always a great word to know.
So is lollapalooza. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
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  • Then he provoked hisses and cheers by advocating sectionalism.
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World English Dictionary
sectionalism (ˈsɛkʃənəˌlɪzəm)
 
n
excessive or narrow-minded concern for local or regional interests as opposed to the interests of the whole
 
'sectionalist
 
n, —adj

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