The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CATECHISMS
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Crossword Answer definitions
CATECHISMS noun- A book, in question and answer form, summarizing the basic principles of Christianity.
- A basic manual in some subject.
- A set of questions designed to determine knowledge.