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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

heathens

/ˈhiːðənz/ noun · British & US
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What does heathens mean?

noun

People who do not believe in a god or gods, or who do not follow a particular religion. Heathens can also refer to people who live in a rural or wilderness area, often in a primitive or simple way.

Example

"The village was home to a group of heathens who lived off the land and were largely self-sufficient."

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