Locofocoism

[ loh-koh-foh-koh-iz-uhm ]

noun

, (sometimes lowercase)

1. the doctrines of the Locofocos.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Locofocoism¹

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40; Locofoco + -ism

Example Sentences

But it is clear that Birney and his associates sold themselves to Locofocoism, and they will doubtless receive their reward.

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