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mormons

n. plural-only
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈmɔɹmənz// mor·mons

n. members of a religious group that started in the United States in the 1800s. They follow the teachings of the Bible and the Book of Mormon.

n. Adherents of the Latter Day Saint movement, specifically the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. When capitalised, refers to the religious and cultural group founded by Joseph Smith.


SIMPLE

Many Mormons live in the state of Utah.

CONTEXTUAL

The local community center was built by a group of Mormons who volunteered their time every weekend.

COMPLEX

While the term is widely recognized, the church leadership has recently requested that people use the full name of the organization rather than referring to members as Mormons.

Synonyms
Usage

Always capitalized. While historically used as a count noun for individuals, it is frequently used in the plural to refer to the collective group.

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