"blank-slatism" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From blank slate + -ism. Etymology templates: {{suf|en|blank slate|ism}} blank slate + -ism Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} blank-slatism (uncountable)
  1. The Lockean belief that the human mind is a "blank slate" or tabula rasa at birth, and is subsequently formed by sensory experiences. Tags: uncountable Synonyms: blank-slateism

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