vodous
/ˈvoʊdoʊz/
noun
- A religion practiced mainly in West Africa, especially in Benin, involving belief in a supreme god and many spirits, often called vodun.
- The anthropologist studied the rituals of vodous in rural Benin.
- Many people in the region practice vodous as part of their daily spiritual life.
- Vodous has a rich tradition of music, dance, and ceremonies.