presbyterian en · ADJ
Etymology
From Late Latin presbyterium + -an. By surface analysis, presbyter + -ian or presbytery + -an.
Meanings
- 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.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most presbyterian | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more presbyterian | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |
Deriveds
presbyterianly · Presbyterian · Presbyterianly · Presbyterianism · Presbyterianization · Pan-Presbyterian · Presbyterianize · presbyterianism