episcopalianism

/ɪˌpɪskəˈpeɪliənɪzəm/
noun
  1. The beliefs, practices, and system of church government of the Episcopal Church, a branch of the Anglican Communion.
    • Many of his family's traditions were rooted in Episcopalianism.
    • The history of Episcopalianism in America dates back to the colonial period.
    • She studied Episcopalianism before deciding to join the church.
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