infusionism [in-fyoo -zhuh -niz-uh m]
Word Origin
the doctrine that the soul existed in a previous state and is infused into the body at conception or birth. Show More
Origin of infusionism First recorded in
1880–85; infusion +
-ism Related forms in·fu·sion·ist , noun Dictionary.com Unabridged
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British Dictionary definitions for infusionism Christian theol the doctrine that at the birth of each individual a pre-existing soul is implanted in his body, to remain there for the duration of his earthly life Show More
Derived Forms infusionist , noun , adjective Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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