Volsteadism.
The policy, doctrine, or enforcement of prohibiting the production, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages, especially during the Prohibition era (1920–1933) in the United States.
Meaning & usage
The policy, doctrine, or enforcement of prohibiting the production, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages, especially during the Prohibition era (1920–1933) in the United States.
Where this word comes from
From Volstead + -ism. Referring to the Volstead Act of 1919, which established prohibition in the United States and was named after Andrew Volstead (1860–1947), chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, who managed the legislation.
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