Associations to the word «Taoist»

Wiktionary

TAOIST, adjective. Relating to Taoism.
TAOIST, noun. A follower of Taoism, the teachings of Lao Tzu.

Dictionary definition

TAOIST, noun. An adherent of any branch of Taoism.
TAOIST, adjective. 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".
TAOIST, adjective. Of or relating to the philosophical system developed by Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life.

Wise words

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.