Definition of Presbyterian
: a member of a Presbyterian church
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First Known Use of presbyterian
1606
Presbyterian
Definition of Presbyterian
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
First Known Use of presbyterian
1607
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Presbyterian
Definition of Presbyterian for English Language Learners
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: 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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