Which English word is often cited as the longest in the language and refers to opposition to withdrawing state support from an established church?
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Antidisestablishmentarianism
This 28-letter word originated in 19th-century Britain to describe a movement opposing the separation of the Church of England from the state. While it is often cited as the longest non-technical word in English, it is frequently used today primarily as a popular example of a very long word.
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- What 28-letter English word refers to the movement against withdrawing state support from an established church?