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holy war

noun

Definition of holy war

: a war or violent campaign waged often by religious extremists for what is considered to be a holy purpose

First Known Use of holy war

1639, in the meaning defined above

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holy war

noun

English Language Learners Definition of holy war

: a war that is fought to defend or spread one group's religious beliefs

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