An inaccurate euphamism for the teachings of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (the
LDS Church). LDS doctrine is closely associated with the name
Mormon because of the
Book of Mormon. Even many
LDS Church members use the terms Mormonism and
Mormon Church, it is more accurate and proper to use the full name. Members of the LDS Church are said to be LDS (eg, "Did you know
Gladys Knight is LDS?") or Latter-Day Saints.