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Presbyterian

Pronunciation: /ˌprɛzbɪˈtɪərɪən/
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Definition of Presbyterian

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

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