English
Etymology
From French casuiste, from Spanish casuista, formed from Latin casus �case�.

Pronunciation
IPA: /'kazj�ɪst/

Noun
en-noun

1. (ethics) a theologian or other person who resolves cases of conscience or moral duty
2. someone who argues over fine details; a quibbler or sophist

See also
casuistry

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Category:Ethics

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