Anthropomorphism
Pronunciation : An`thro*po*mor"phism
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Gr.
Definition : 1. The representation of the Deity, or of a polytheistic deity, under a human form, or with human attributes and affections.
2. The ascription of human characteristics to things not human.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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