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parochialism

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parochialism

Main Entry:: pa·ro·chi·al·ism
Pronunciation:: \-kē-ə-ˌli-zəm\
Function:: noun
Date:: 1847

: the quality or state of being parochial ; especially : selfish pettiness or narrowness (as of interests, opinions, or views)

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