Nonconformity

Nonconformity
Nonconformity Non*con*form"i*ty, n. Neglect or failure of conformity; especially, in England, the neglect or refusal to unite with the established church in its rites and modes of worship. [1913 Webster]

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  • nonconformity — [nän΄kən fôrm′ə tē] n. 1. failure or refusal to act in conformity with generally accepted beliefs and practices 2. [N ] refusal to accept the doctrines or follow the practices of the Anglican Church 3. lack of agreement or harmony …   English World dictionary

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