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单词 house conventicle
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Definition of house conventicle in English:

house conventicle

noun ˈhaʊs kənˌvɛntɪkl
historical
  • A religious meeting held in a house; specifically one held by Scottish Presbyterians during the reigns of Charles II and James II & VII.

Origin

Late 17th century. From house + conventicle. Compare field conventicle.

 
 

Definition of house conventicle in US English:

house conventicle

nounˈhaʊs kənˌvɛntɪkl
historical
  • A religious meeting held in a house; specifically one held by Scottish Presbyterians during the reigns of Charles II and James II & VII.

Origin

Late 17th century. From house + conventicle. Compare field conventicle.

 
 
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