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Presbyterian

/prˌɛsbɪˈtɪriən/
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(adj) 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.

The marriage ceremony was performed according to the rites of the Presbyterian persuasion.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ church follows a form of governance led by elected elders rather than bishops.

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