Taoist Definition & Meaning

taoist
adjective
  1. of or relating to the popular Chinese religious system based on the teachings of Lao-tzu but including a pantheon of gods along with divination and magic; "Taoist temples"
  2. of or relating to the philosophical system developed by Lao- tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life
noun
  1. an adherent of any branch of Taoism

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