Haugean

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English[edit]

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Etymology[edit]

Hauge +‎ -an, after lay evangelist Hans Nielsen Hauge (1771–1824).

Adjective[edit]

Haugean (comparative more Haugean, superlative most Haugean)

  1. (historical) A pietistic state church reform movement of the late 18th and early 19th century, intended to bring new life and vitality into the Church of Norway, which had been often characterized by formalism and lethargy.

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Noun[edit]

Haugean (plural Haugeans)

  1. (historical) A supporter of the Haugean church reform movement.
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