1. (in early Methodism) a layperson appointed to supervise the congregation and conduct services between visits of a circuit rider.
2. (in the southern U.S.) a lay preacher.
[ 1765-75 ]
1. (in early Methodism) a layperson appointed to supervise the congregation and conduct services between visits of a circuit rider.
2. (in the southern U.S.) a lay preacher.
[ 1765-75 ]
Random House Webster's Unabridged English dictionary. Полный английский словарь Вебстер - Random House . 2012