Babite

/ˈbæbaɪt/ noun

Definition

An alternative term for a follower of Babism; a believer in the Babi faith.

Etymology

From 'Bab' (the religious title) plus the '-ite' suffix (from Hebrew '-ite' or Latin '-ita'), commonly used in English for adherents of religions or movements (as in 'Israelite' or 'Shiite').

Kelly Says

Different religious movements use different suffixes to name their followers—'Babite' and 'Babist' are variant forms showing how English allows multiple ways to create the same meaning, reflecting historical translation choices.

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