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Definition
someone who is not civilized or not moral — typically said humorously
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an offensive term for a person who does not believe in a preferred religion — especially someone who grew up in a culture that is not familiar with the religion
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an offensive term for a person who does not believe in a preferred religion — especially someone who grew up in a culture that is not familiar with the religion
- When we read Homer, we ought to reflect that we are reading the most ancient author in the heathen world; and those who consider him in this light, will double their pleasure in the perusal of him.Preface (51% in)
There are no more uses of "heathen" in The Iliad by Homer - (translated by: Pope).
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