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1. (n.) synod
an assembly of ecclesiastics or other church delegates that discusses and decides upon church affairs; ecclesiastical council.
2. synod
any council.
Etymology: (1350–1400; ME < L synodus < Gk sýnodos meeting =syn-syn - +hodós way)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) synod
a council convened to discuss ecclesiastical business
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) synod
an ecclesiastic council or meeting to consult on church matters
2. (noun) synod
an assembly or council having civil authority; a legislative body
3. (noun) synod
a conjunction of two or more of the heavenly bodies
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The Nuttall Encyclopedia |
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1. synod
name given to any assembly of bishops in council, and in the Presbyterian Church to an assembly of a district or a general assembly.
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