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Definitions for catechize
ˈkæt ɪˌkaɪzcat·e·chize

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. catechize, catechiseverb

    examine through questioning and answering

  2. catechize, catechiseverb

    give religious instructions to

Wiktionary

  1. catechizeverb

    To give oral instruction, especially of religion; now specifically by the formal question-and-answer method; in the Church of England, to teach the catechism as preparation for confirmation.

  2. catechizeverb

    To question at length.

  3. Etymology: From catechizare, from κατηχίζειν, from κατηχέω, from κατά + ἠχέω.

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  1. catechize

    To catechize is to teach someone the principles of a religion, typically via a question-and-answer method. It often refers to the process in Christianity of teaching catechumens, people who are preparing to receive a sacrament or join a church.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Catechizeverb

    see Catechise

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of catechize in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of catechize in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8


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