Presbyterian

noun

Pres·by·te·ri·an | \ˌprez-bə-ˈtir-ē-ən,

ˌpres-\

Definition of Presbyterian

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: a member of a Presbyterian church

Presbyterian

adjective

Definition of Presbyterian (Entry 2 of 2)

1 often not capitalized : characterized by a graded system of representative ecclesiastical bodies (such as presbyteries) exercising legislative and judicial powers

2 : of, relating to, or constituting a Protestant Christian church that is presbyterian in government and traditionally Calvinistic in doctrine

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The first known use of Presbyterian was in 1606

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Presbyterian

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English Language Learners Definition of Presbyterian

: of or relating to a Christian church in Scotland, the U.S., and other countries that is officially led by a group of ministers and elders (called a presbytery)

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