Volsteadism: Meaning and Definition of

Vol•stead•ism

Pronunciation: (vol'sted-iz"um, vōl'-), [key]
— n.
  1. the policy of prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages.
  2. the enforcement of this policy.
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