schism

🇺🇸 /ˈskɪzəm/ 🇬🇧 /ˈskɪzəm/
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noun
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A big argument within a group, especially in a church, that causes it to split into smaller groups.

The discussion about beliefs led to a schism in the community.

translation

n. A big argument within a group, especially in a church, that causes it to split into smaller groups.

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Plural schisms