presbyterian

See also: Presbyterian

English

Etymology

presbyter +‎ -ian

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.
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