Etymology

Nicolaitism

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Today it means: The practices of the Nicolaitan sect; libertinism, especially among the clergy; clerical marriage. Full definition →

First used 17th c.
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From Nicolaite + -ism.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 17th c. The practices of the Nicolaitan sect; libertinism, especially among the clergy; clerical marriage.

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