What is the meaning of shamanism?

noun

  • Any animistic religion similar to Asian shamanism (especially as practiced by certain Native American tribes. )
  • 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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