Presbyterian
noun
A member of a Protestant church that emphasizes the importance of elders within its organization.
She is a dedicated Presbyterian who attends church every Sunday.
Often appears as...
- presbyterian church
- presbyterian community
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Religious
adjective
Relating to the Presbyterian Church or its members or beliefs.
They attend a Presbyterian school that promotes religious tolerance.
Often appears as...
- presbyterian theology
- presbyterian practice
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Religious
noun
A member of a Protestant church that emphasizes the importance of elders within its organization.
She is a dedicated Presbyterian who attends church every Sunday.
Often appears as...
- presbyterian church
- presbyterian community
Usage tips
Religious
adjective
Relating to the Presbyterian Church or its members or beliefs.
They attend a Presbyterian school that promotes religious tolerance.
Often appears as...
- presbyterian theology
- presbyterian practice
Usage tips
Religious
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Church Leadership
Understand that 'presbyterian' entails a specific church governance by elders, different from other Christian denominations.
The Presbyterian church elects elders to guide their congregation.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Hierarchical
'Presbyterian' suggests a less hierarchical church structure, unlike some churches led by bishops.
As a Presbyterian, he appreciates the communal decision-making process.
Pro Tip 3/3Global Presence
Presbyterian churches are worldwide; knowing this helps recognize its global religious context.
She's visiting the Presbyterian community while on her trip to Korea.
Pro Tip 1/3Church Leadership
Understand that 'presbyterian' entails a specific church governance by elders, different from other Christian denominations.
The Presbyterian church elects elders to guide their congregation.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Hierarchical
'Presbyterian' suggests a less hierarchical church structure, unlike some churches led by bishops.
As a Presbyterian, he appreciates the communal decision-making process.
Pro Tip 3/3Global Presence
Presbyterian churches are worldwide; knowing this helps recognize its global religious context.
She's visiting the Presbyterian community while on her trip to Korea.
Pro Tip 1/3Church Leadership
Understand that 'presbyterian' entails a specific church governance by elders, different from other Christian denominations.
The Presbyterian church elects elders to guide their congregation.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Hierarchical
'Presbyterian' suggests a less hierarchical church structure, unlike some churches led by bishops.
As a Presbyterian, he appreciates the communal decision-making process.
Pro Tip 3/3Global Presence
Presbyterian churches are worldwide; knowing this helps recognize its global religious context.
She's visiting the Presbyterian community while on her trip to Korea.
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