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Presbyterian

Presˊby-te′ri-an

,
Adj.
[Cf. F.
presbytérien
.]
Of or pertaining to a presbyter, or to ecclesiastical government by presbyters; relating to those who uphold church government by presbyters; also, to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of a communion so governed.

Presˊby-te′ri-an

,
Noun.
[Cf. F.
presbytérien
.]
One who maintains the validity of ordination and government by presbyters; a member of the Presbyterian church.
Reformed Presbyterians
.

Definition 2024


Presbyterian

Presbyterian

See also: presbyterian

English

Adjective

Presbyterian (not comparable)

  1. Relating to Presbyterianism.

Translations

Noun

Presbyterian (plural Presbyterians)

  1. A person belonging to a church in the tradition of Presbyterianism.

Hypernyms

Translations

Related terms

presbyterian

presbyterian

See also: Presbyterian

English

Adjective

presbyterian (comparative more presbyterian, superlative most presbyterian)

  1. Of or pertaining to a presbyter, or to ecclesiastical government by presbyters; relating to those who uphold church government by presbyters; also, to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of a communion so governed.

References

  • presbyterian in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913