re'lig'ion (r?-l?j2ún) n. Abbr. rel., relig.
1.a. Belief in and reverence for a supernatural power or powers regarded as creator and governor of the universe. b. A personal or institutionalized system grounded in such belief and worship.
2. The life or condition of a person in a religious order.
3. People killing people over who has the best imaginary friend.