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Term: Fire-Worship

Definition:

Fire-worship refers to the religious practice of revering or adoring fire. It is commonly associated with ancient cultural traditions and religious sects that regarded fire as a sacred entity.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun

Engaging in fire-worship as an act of devotion or religious practice.

Example sentence: Many Zoroastrians have inherited the ancient practice of fire-worship from their ancestors.

Sense 2:

Noun

A religious sect or group that specifically venerates fire as a central deity or symbol.

Example sentence: The fire-worshiper's community gathers annually to celebrate their unique rituals and traditions.

Sense 3:

Noun

Respect or admiration directed towards fire in a non-religious or figurative manner.

Example sentence: His eyes were filled with fire-worship as he observed the mesmerizing flames dancing in the fireplace.

Sense 4:

Noun

A historical or cultural practice of ancient civilizations linked to the veneration of fire.

Example sentence: Fire-worship was a significant aspect of Mesoamerican cultures such as the Aztecs and the Maya.