Etymology:
The term "Amish" is derived from a mispronunciation of the surname "Ammann," which was the name of Jacob Ammann, the Swiss leader of the Amish in the early 18th century.
Meaning:
The Amish are a religious group known for their traditional, plain lifestyle and their rejection of modern technology. Their beliefs and practices are based on the teachings of the Anabaptist movement of the 16th century.
Origin:
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