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presbyterian.

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.

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Meaning & usage

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  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.

Where this word comes from

From Late Latin presbyterium + -an. By surface analysis, presbyter + -ian or presbytery + -an.

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