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Definition of Parnellism in English:

Parnellism

noun

historical

  • The principles or policy of the Home Rule faction in the House of Commons, led by Parnell from 1880 to 1891, whose aim was to establish Home Rule in Ireland; support or advocacy of these principles.

Origin

Late 19th century. From the name of Charles Stewart Parnell, Irish nationalist leader + -ism.

Pronunciation

Parnellism

/pɑːˈnɛlɪz(ə)m/