| 释义 |
Hinduism, Hindooism|ˈhɪnduːɪz(ə)m|
[f. Hindu + -ism.]
The polytheistic religion of the Hindus, a development of the ancient Brahmanism with many later accretions.
1829Bengalee 46 Almost a convert to their goodly habits and observances of Hindooism. 1858Max Müller Chips (1880) II. xxvii. 304 Hinduism is a decrepit religion, and has not many years to live. 1878A. Burnell in Academy 604/2 The result of contact with foreigners has always been a revival of Hinduism. |