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Lam·​beth conference | \ ˈlambəth-, -ˌbeth- \

Definition of Lambeth conference

: a conference of the bishops of the worldwide Anglican communion called usually about every 10 years by the archbishop of Canterbury to consult but not to legislate for the constituent churches

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History and Etymology for Lambeth conference

from Lambeth palace, London, residence of the archbishop of Canterbury

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“Lambeth conference.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Lambeth%20conference. Accessed 7 Aug. 2022.

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