Shamanism
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
an animistic religion of northern Asia having the belief that the mediation between the visible and the spirit worlds is effected by shamans
Framework senses
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- an animistic religion of northern Asia having the belief that the mediation between the visible and the spirit worlds is effected by shamans
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- any animistic religion similar to Asian shamanism (especially as practiced by certain Native American tribes)