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Presbyterian Meaning in English

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ˌpɹɛsbɪˈtɪɹiən/, /ˌpɹɛzbɪˈtɪɹiən
prez-bi-TEER-ee-uhn
pɹɪsbaɪtˈiəɹɪən
priz-by-TEE-uh-ree-uhn

释义

Relating to a Christian church governed by elders and usually following the doctrines of John Calvin. 'Presbyterian' can describe the church, its beliefs, or its members.

用法与细微差别

'Presbyterian' is capitalized when referring to the church, denomination, or its official doctrines; it can be an adjective ('Presbyterian church') or noun ('a Presbyterian'). Not to be confused with other Protestant groups such as Methodist or Baptist.

例句

He goes to a Presbyterian church every Sunday.

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My friend is Presbyterian.

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The Presbyterian beliefs are important to her family.

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I grew up in a Presbyterian household, so Sundays were always busy.

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There’s a big Presbyterian community in my city.

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My grandparents met at a Presbyterian youth camp.

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