Presbyterian (adjective)

  1. Of or relating to the Presbyterian Church.
  2. Of or relating to a form of church government by presbyters, or elected elders.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from late latin presbyterius (from greek presbyteros "elder") + -an.

Examples:

  1. The presbyterian denomination was one of the largest in Scotland.
  2. The presbyterian system of church government was based on the concept of shared leadership.
  3. The presbyterian churches in the United States were part of the Reformed tradition.
  4. The presbyterian faith emphasized the importance of education and intellectual rigor.
  5. The presbyterian theologian John Calvin was a major influence on the development of the Presbyterian Church.
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