n. [ L. anatocismus, Gr. &unr_;; &unr_; again + &unr_; to lend on interest. ] (Law) Compound interest. [ R. ] Bouvier. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ Cf. Fanatism. ] Excessive enthusiasm, unreasoning zeal, or wild and extravagant notions, on any subject, especially religion, politics or ideology; religious frenzy.