First Known Use: 1861
Dictionary
born–again
adjective \-ə-ˈgen, -ˈgin, -ˈgān\
: having a new or stronger belief in the Christian religion
: newly interested in and enthusiastic about something and eager to make other people think the way you do
Full Definition of BORN-AGAIN
1
: of, relating to, or being a usually Christian person who has made a renewed or confirmed commitment of faith especially after an intense religious experience
2
: having returned to or newly adopted an activity, a conviction, or a persona especially with a proselytizing zeal <a born–again conservative>
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Origin of BORN-AGAIN
from the verse “Except a man be born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God” (John 3:3–AV)
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