Presbyterian

 
Pronunciation: /ˌprɛzbɪˈtɪərɪən/

adjective

  • relating to or denoting a Christian Church or denomination governed by elders according to the principles of Presbyterianism: a Presbyterian minister

noun

  • a member of a Presbyterian Church.
  • an advocate of the Presbyterian system.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from ecclesiastical Latin presbyterium (see presbytery) + -an