Bible belt



Bible belt

An area noted for religious fundamentalism; specifically, parts of the American South and Midwest. For example, You wouldn't dare try to sell a sex manual in the Bible belt. This term alludes to the prevalence of evangelical revivals, strict morals, belief in the literal truth of the Bible, and similar traits. [c. 1920]
See also: belt, Bible

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Sumikosoo-mee-koJapanese
StephanieSTEF-ə-nee (English), SHTE-fah-nee (German)English, German
Gerry['geri]
Femi-Western African, Yoruba
AeschylusES-kəl-əs (English)Ancient Greek (Latinized)
Overton['əuvətn]