Sect
/ˈsɛkt/
Definitions
- (n.) A subgroup within a religion or ideology, often distinguished by distinct beliefs or practices.
The court examined whether the organization qualified as a religious sect under the law.
- (n.) A faction or group that has broken away from a larger organization or body, sometimes for legal or regulatory scrutiny.
The sect was accused of violating securities laws through its separate financial activities.
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- sects
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'sect' often arises in religious freedom cases, tax law, and regulatory investigations involving distinct groups within larger bodies.
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