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Definition of 'darwinism'

1. (n.) Darwinism
the Darwinian theory that species originate by descent with slight variation from parent forms through the natural selection of individuals best adapted for survival and reproduction.

Etymology: (1855–60)

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1. (noun) Darwinism
a theory of organic evolution claiming that new species arise and are perpetuated by natural selection

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1. (noun) darwinism
the theory or doctrines put forth by Darwin. See above

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