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Zi·on·ism

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NOUN:

A Jewish movement that arose in the late 19th century in response to growing anti-Semitism and sought to reestablish a Jewish homeland in Palestine. Modern Zionism is concerned with the support and development of the state of Israel.

OTHER FORMS:
Zion·ist (Adjective) (Noun), Zion·istic (Adjective)

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