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What does disestablishmentarianist mean?

"Disestablishmentarianist" is a mouthful of a word, and it's a bit of a tongue twister! It refers to someone who supports the separation of church and state.

Here's a breakdown:

* Disestablishment: This means the act of removing an official connection between a state and a particular religious institution.

* -arian: This suffix often indicates a follower or supporter of a particular doctrine or belief.

* -ist: This suffix indicates a person who holds a particular belief or engages in a particular activity.

So, a disestablishmentarianist is someone who believes in the separation of church and state, advocating for a system where the government does not endorse or support any specific religion.

This word is often used in a humorous way because it is so long and complex. It's actually a good example of how adding suffixes to words can create new and often amusing terms.

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