/ ˈkrɪstʃən; NAmE / adjective , noun
■ adjective
1.
based on or believing the teachings of Jesus Christ :
the Christian Church / faith / religion
She had a Christian upbringing.
a Christian country
2.
connected with Christians :
the Christian sector of the city
3.
(also christian ) showing the qualities that are thought of as typical of a Christian; good and kind
■ noun
a person who believes in the teachings of Jesus Christ or has been baptized in a Christian church :
Only 10% of the population are now practising Christians.
For more information see the Cultural Guide
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WORD ORIGIN
late Middle English : from Latin Christianus , from Christus Christ.