presbyteries

Noun

A body of church elders and ministers, especially (in the Presbyterian Church) an administrative body (court) representing all the local congregations of a district.

ریشه

Derived from the Greek word 'presbyteros' meaning 'elder'.

مثال

• The presbyteries are responsible for the governance of the local churches.
• Each district has its own presbyteries.
• The presbyteries meet regularly to discuss church matters.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Presbyterian presbyteries local presbyteries district presbyteries church presbyteries