presbyterians
n. plural-only C1 Advanced US //ˌpɹɛsbɪˈtɪɹiənz// pres·by·te·ri·ans
n. members of a Christian church that follows a specific set of rules and has leaders called elders. They are part of a larger group of churches that started in Scotland.
n. members of a Protestant denomination that follows a system of government by representative assemblies of elders. Often associated with the Reformed tradition and the historical influence of John Calvin.
The local presbyterians meet every Sunday morning for a service.
Many presbyterians in the region are known for their strong emphasis on community service and social justice.
The theological debates between the presbyterians and the Anglicans during the seventeenth century significantly shaped the religious landscape of the British Isles.