presbytery
(pres-by-ter-y)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. 1 a local Church court composed of ministers and elders; 2 the part of a cathedral or church east of the choir in which the main altar is situated; sanctuary
Example Sentence
He was ordained by the presbytery.
Synonyms
Church court; body of elders; court of ministers
Antonyms
lay members
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