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Nestorian.

Relating to teachings or to the followers of Nestorius.

9 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj
  1. Relating to teachings or to the followers of Nestorius.

    derogatory · sometimes
    A Nestorian stele, dated 781AD, was discovered in 1625 near Chang'an.
Where this word comes from

From Nestor + -ian.

noun
  1. A perceived follower of Nestorius in the fourth and fifth centuries. A member of a Nestorian church.

    derogatory · sometimes
    After his return he bitterly complained of being called a Nestorian by the Monophysite Philoxenus, declaring that he "knew nothing" of Nestorius.
Where this word comes from

From Nestor + -ian.

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