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Voodoo: meaning, definitions and examples

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voodoo

 

[ หˆvuหduห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

spiritual practice

Voodoo is a religion practiced chiefly in Haiti and in the Caribbean, characterized by a belief in a supreme being and the veneration of spirits. It combines elements from African religions, Catholicism, and various indigenous traditions. Practitioners, known as Vodouists, often engage in rituals that involve music, dance, and the use of altars dedicated to spirits. Voodoo is frequently misunderstood and misrepresented in popular culture, leading to misconceptions about its practices and beliefs.

Synonyms

Santerรญa, Vodou, Voudou

Examples of usage

  • She practices voodoo and believes in its spiritual healing powers.
  • The voodoo ceremony was filled with music and colorful rituals.
  • Many people fear voodoo due to the way it has been portrayed in movies.
  • He learned about voodoo during his travels in Haiti.

Translations

Translations of the word "voodoo" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vodu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅ‚เคกเฅ‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Voodoo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ voodoo

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒัƒะดัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wudu

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒผใƒ‰ใ‚ฅใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vaudou

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vudรบ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท vodoo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€๋‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ููˆุฏูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vodou

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vodoo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅทซๆฏ’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vudu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรบdรบ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒัƒะดัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒฃแƒ“แƒฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vudu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vudรบ

Etymology

The term 'voodoo' originates from the West African word 'vodun,' which means 'spirit' or 'deity.' The religion itself emerged in the context of slavery, as enslaved Africans were brought to the Caribbean and the Americas. They combined their traditional beliefs with elements of Catholicism and indigenous practices. Voodoo became widely recognized in Haiti after the Haitian Revolution, when enslaved people fought for and gained their freedom. In the 19th century, voodoo gained notoriety in the United States, particularly in New Orleans, often portrayed in an exaggerated and sensationalized manner. This led to widespread misconceptions and stereotypes that persist to this day. Today, voodoo is a legitimate religion with millions of practitioners worldwide, focusing on the worship of ancestors and the spiritual world.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,727, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.