Mormon
(noun)
- A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a Christian denomination that originated in the United States in the early 19th century.
- A follower of the religious movement and teachings of Joseph Smith.
Origin:
Mid 19th century: from mormon, the nickname of the founder of the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints, joseph smith (1805-44).
Examples:
- She is a Mormon and follows the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- The Mormon pioneers were a group of people who migrated to the American West in the mid-19th century.
- The Mormon Tabernacle Choir is a choir of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- The Mormon faith is based on the Book of Mormon, which was written by Joseph Smith.
- The Mormon community is known for their strong emphasis on family and traditional values.