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pneumatism
noun
pneu·ma·tism
\ˈn(y)üməˌtizəm\
Definition of pneumatism
-s
: the manifestation of spiritual gifts; specifically : observable phenomena and exterior signs frequently interpreted as indicating that one is possessed by the Holy Spirit
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Origin and Etymology of pneumatism
pneumat- + -ism
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