# lutherans

/ˈɫuθɝənz/ (US) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/lutherans
Updated: 2026-10-18

## Definition

people who are Christians in the church that follows Martin Luther. You find them in many countries, and they read the Bible and meet for worship on Sundays.

For teachers: members of a Protestant Christian denomination following the theology of Martin Luther, centred on justification by faith and the authority of scripture.

## Examples

- Many Lutherans go to church on Sundays.
- The Lutherans in our town run a food bank and invite neighbours of all faiths to help.
- Descended from the Reformation movement inspired by Martin Luther, Lutherans today span liberal to conservative congregations yet share an emphasis on grace and scripture.

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