Reformation Definition

reformation
noun
  1. improvement (or an intended improvement) in the existing form or condition of institutions or practices etc.; intended to make a striking change for the better in social or political or religious affairs
  2. a religious movement of the 16th century that began as an attempt to reform the Roman Catholic Church and resulted in the creation of Protestant churches
  3. rescuing from error and returning to a rightful course; "the reclamation of delinquent children"

"Reformation" in song lyrics

See how reformation is used in real songs:

  • "german reformation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "explain the relationship between the printing press and the protestant reformation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "the printing press and the protestant reformation"
    AOL — AOL

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