"Fabianism" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Fabian + -ism, after the Fabian Society, named in honour of the Roman general Quintus Fabius Maximus Verrucosus. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Fabian|ism}} Fabian + -ism Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Fabianism (uncountable)
  1. (neologism) The implementation of social reform through a series of gradual and moderate stages rather than sudden revolution. Wikipedia link: Fabian Society, Quintus Fabius Maximus Verrucosus Tags: neologism, uncountable

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