"necessarian" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: necessarians [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} necessarian (plural necessarians)
  1. (philosophy, theology) An adherent of necessarianism; an advocate of the doctrine of necessity. Categories (topical): People, Philosophy, Theology Synonyms: necessitarian, Necessarian Related terms: doctrine of necessity

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