Ku Kluxism

Also Ku Kluxer·y

[kluhk-siz-uhm]

noun

1. the doctrines, theories, and practices of the Ku Klux Klan.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Ku Kluxism¹

An Americanism dating back to 1865–70; Ku Klux (Klan) + -ism

Example Sentences

He was continually haranguing his laborers in the interest of Ku Kluxism and democracy, cursing the Government and the Administration, and swearing death to all who upheld them.

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The Federal Council of Churches gave a green light to Ku Kluxism when it launched its current 'Intensify Your Protestantism' campaign at its Pittsburgh meeting in December.

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