rɪˈlɪdʒən n. 1
the belief in a
superhuman controlling
power,
esp. in a
personal God or gods entitled to
obedience and worship. 2 the
expression of
this in worship. 3 a
particular system of
faith and worship. 4
life under monastic vows (the
way of religion). 5 a
thing that one is
devoted to (football is
their religion). øfreedom of religion the
right to
follow whatever religion one chooses. øøreligionless adj. [ME f. AF religiun, OF religion f. L religio -onis
obligation,
bond, reverence]