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secularisation

/ˌsɛkjʊˈlɛəraɪˌzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does secularisation mean?

noun

The process of removing or reducing the influence of religion in a society or institution, or the state of being secular. The process of making something secular, especially a church or its property.

Example

"The secularisation of education led to a decline in the number of students attending church-affiliated schools."

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