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popery

[ poh-puh-ree ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

, Disparaging.

the Roman Catholic Church, especially its doctrines, ceremonies, and system of government.

popery

/ ˈpəʊpərɪ /

Origin of popery¹

First recorded in 1525–35; pope + -ery

He wrote various books against popery, one of which was translated into several languages, and often reprinted.

The "No Popery" riots took place on the 6th and 7th, when London was for some hours in the hands of the mob.

They violently assaulted many peers and compelled members of both houses to cry No popery!

In like manner, when Popery in England was put down by the Protestants, each party was headed by its priests.

As he was carried along he made his will, in which he bequeathed his detestation of popery to his friends and brethren.

April 17, 2024axolotl

[ak-suh-lot-l ]

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