Meaning Of The Word Shamanism

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shamanism
uncountable noun: Shamanism is a religion which is based on the belief that the world is controlled by good and evil spirits, and that these spirits can be directed by people with special powers.

shamanism in American English
the religion of certain peoples, esp. some indigenous to N Asia, based on a belief in good and evil spirits who can be influenced only by the shamans
noun: the animistic religion of northern Asia, embracing a belief in powerful spirits that can be influenced only by shamans

shamanism in British English
noun: the religion of certain peoples of northern Asia, based on the belief that the world is pervaded by good and evil spirits who can be influenced or controlled only by the shamans

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