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Main definitions of Owenite in English

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Owenite1

Pronunciation /ˈəʊɪnʌɪt/

noun

Politics

  • A supporter or advocate of Robert Owen or his proposed system of social reform.

adjective

Politics

  • Of or relating to Robert Owen or his supporters, or in accordance with his theories of cooperation.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in New-Harmony (lndiana) Gazette. From the name of Robert Owen + -ite.

Main definitions of Owenite in English

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Owenite2

Pronunciation /ˈəʊɪnʌɪt/

noun

British Politics

  • A supporter of David Owen or his policies.

adjective

British Politics

  • Of or relating to David Owen, his policies, or his supporters.

Origin

1980s; earliest use found in The Economist. From the name of David Anthony Llewellyn Owen (b. 1938), British politician, leader of the Social Democratic Party 1983–7 + -ite.