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 Definitions of holy war  [ˈhoʊ liˌstoʊn]  

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Definition of 'holy war' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) holy war
a war waged for what is supposed or proclaimed to be a holy purpose, as the defense of faith.

2.  holy war
any disagreement or argument between fanatical proponents of radically differing beliefs, opinions, etc.:
a holy war about welfare reform.

Etymology:  (1685–95)


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