"Faucism" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of Fauci + fascism, referencing Dr. Anthony Fauci, one of the chief figures in the White House Coronavirus Task Force, who emphasized the urgency of pandemic countermeasures. Coined by Governor of Florida since 2019 Ron DeSantis during the COVID-19 pandemic who used the slogan "Freedom over Faucism". Etymology templates: {{blend|en|Fauci|fascism}} Blend of Fauci + fascism, {{coinage|en|Q3105215}} Coined by Governor of Florida since 2019 Ron DeSantis Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Faucism (uncountable)
  1. (neologism, derogatory) The belief in or support of restrictive measures, such as lockdowns and mask mandates, in order to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. Wikipedia link: Anthony Fauci, The Independent, The New York Times, The New York Times Company, White House Coronavirus Task Force Tags: derogatory, neologism, uncountable Synonyms: faucism Related terms: Faucist

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