CONSISTORIAN
Etymology
Adjective
consistorian (not comparable)
(archaic, derogatory) Relating to a Presbyterian consistory.
Source: Wiktionary
Con`sis*to"rian, a.
Definition: Pertaining to a Presbyterian consistory; -- a contemptuous term of 17th century controversy. You fall next on the consistorian schismatics; for so you call Presbyterians. Milton.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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ANALYSIS
(noun) the use of closed-class words instead of inflections: e.g., ‘the father of the bride’ instead of ‘the bride’s father’
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