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Bible Belt


Bible Belt

noun

Definition of BIBLE BELT

: an area chiefly in the southern United States whose inhabitants are believed to hold uncritical allegiance to the literal accuracy of the Bible; broadly : an area characterized by ardent religious fundamentalism
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First Known Use of BIBLE BELT

1925

Rhymes with BIBLE BELT

Bielefeld, cartridge belt, safety belt, shelterbelt, shoulder belt

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