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Taoist

Other forms: Taoists

Definitions of Taoist
  1. adjective
    of or relating to the philosophical system developed by Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life
  2. adjective
    of or relating to the popular Chinese religious system based on the teachings of Lao-tzu but including a pantheon of gods along with divination and magic
    Taoist temples”
  3. noun
    an adherent of any branch of Taoism
    synonyms: Tao
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    type of:
    adherent, disciple
    someone who believes and helps to spread the doctrine of another
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