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Amish

Noun

1. A religious group living a simple and traditional lifestyle in North America, descended from Swiss Anabaptist immigrants.

Example Sentences:

• The Amish are known for their rejection of modern technology.
• Many Amish communities can be found in Pennsylvania and Ohio.

Adjective

1. Pertaining to or characteristic of the Amish people or their way of life.
2. (loosely) Plain, simple, and unadorned in style.

Example Sentences:

• She dressed in an Amish-style bonnet and dress.
• The Amish furniture is known for its exceptional craftsmanship.

Verb

1. (obsolete) To convert someone to the Amish faith.

Example Sentences:

• In the past, missionaries would amish individuals who showed interest in their beliefs.