"Volsteadism" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From Volstead + -ism. Referring to the Volstead Act of 1919, which established prohibition in the United States and was named after Andrew Volstead (1860–1947), chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, who managed the legislation. Etymology templates: {{af|en|Volstead|-ism}} Volstead + -ism Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Volsteadism (uncountable)
  1. The policy, doctrine, or enforcement of prohibiting the production, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages, especially during the Prohibition era (1920–1933) in the United States. Wikipedia link: Andrew Volstead, House Judiciary Committee, Volstead Act Tags: uncountable
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