English Dictionary: Presbyterian | by the DICT Development Group |
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From WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006) [wn]: | |
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From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: | |
Presbyterian \Pres`by*te"ri*an\, a. [Cf. F. presbyt[82]rien.] 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. | |
From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: | |
Presbyterian \Pres`by*te"ri*an\, n. [Cf. F. presbyt[82]rien.] One who maintains the validity of ordination and government by presbyters; a member of the Presbyterian church. {Reformed Presbyterians}. See {Cameronian}. |