I. adjective
also laud·ean ˈlȯdēən
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: William Laud died 1645 English prelate, archbishop of Canterbury + English -ian or -ean
: of, relating to, characteristic of, or supporting Archbishop Laud in his repudiation of Roman Catholicism, affirmation of the continuity of the Church of England with the primitive church, and support of the divine right of kings and bishops
II. noun
( -s )
Usage: usually capitalized
: a supporter of Archbishop Laud or his doctrines