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Definition orthodoxy in American English

orthodoxy noun

noun
/ˈɔrθəˌdɑksi/
1

an idea or practice that is accepted by most people as being correct or usual

Example

The current orthodoxy is child-centered, not teacher-centered, learning.

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2

the traditional beliefs and practices of a religion or political system

Example

a resurgence of religious orthodoxy

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Definition orthodoxy in American English