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parochialism narrowness or pettiness of interests, opinions, or information. — parochialist, n. See also: Attitudes
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parochialism noun provincialism, narrowness, insularity, narrow-mindedness, localism, small-mindedness, limitedness, restrictedness We have been guilty of parochialism and resistance to change. Quotations "How horrible, fantastic, incredible it is that we should be digging trenches and trying on gas masks here because of a quarrel in a far away country between people of whom we know nothing" [Neville Chamberlain radio broadcast, 1938] Translations How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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His own parochialism made him ashamed by its contrast. |
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