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sect

The correct spelling is sect.

How to pronounce sect

/sɛkt/
noun

IPA: /sɛkt/

Say it like: Sec-t

The correct spelling is sect. An offshoot of a larger religion; a group sharing particular (often unorthodox) political and/or religious beliefs. For example: "A religious sect."

Usage Examples

A religious sect.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.An offshoot of a larger religion; a group sharing particular (often unorthodox) political and/or religious beliefs.
  2. 2.A group following a specific ideal or a leader.
  3. 3.A cutting; a scion.

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