Cameronian
/ˌkaməˈrəʊnɪən/adjective
1Of or relating to Richard Cameron, his followers, or his religious beliefs. Now historical.
- As a strict Presbyterian and Covenanter, Cameron rejected the indulgence granted to nonconforming ministers by Parliament in 1672 and formally renounced allegiance to Charles II in the Sanquhar Declaration of 1680..
2 British Army. Of or belonging to the Cameronian Regiment. Now historical.
noun
1A supporter or follower of Richard Cameron or his religious beliefs; (informal ) a member of the body subsequently known as the Reformed Presbyterian Church of Scotland. Now chiefly historical.
2 British Army. In plural = Cameronian Regiment. Now historical.
Origin
Late 17th century; earliest use found in untitled. From the name of Richard Cameron, Scottish Covenanter and field preacher + -ian.