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pop·e·ry
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Princeton's WordNet
popery, papismnoun
offensive terms for the practices and rituals of the Roman Catholic Church
Wiktionary
poperynoun
The teachings, practices and accoutrements of the Roman Catholic Church.
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Poperynoun
The religion of the church of Rome.
Etymology: from pope.
Popery for corruptions in doctrine and discipline, I look upon to be the most absurd system of christianity. Jonathan Swift.
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popery
Popery is a derogatory term used to refer to practices of the Roman Catholic Church, especially when emphasizing its rituals, ceremonies, and perceived abuses. It is often used within a historical context associated with anti-Catholic sentiment, originally coined by critics and opponents of the Church.
Webster Dictionary
Poperynoun
the religion of the Roman Catholic Church, comprehending doctrines and practices; -- generally used in an opprobrious sense
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of popery in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of popery in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5
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