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Meaning Of Methodist
n.
One who observes method.
n.
One of an ancient school of physicians who rejected
observation and founded their practice on reasoning and theory.
n.
One of a sect of Christians, the outgrowth of a small
association called the "Holy Club," formed at Oxford University, A.D.
1729, of which the most conspicuous members were John Wesley and his
brother Charles; -- originally so called from the methodical strictness
of members of the club in all religious duties.
n.
A person of strict piety; one who lives in the exact
observance of religious duties; -- sometimes so called in contempt or
ridicule.
a.
Of or pertaining to the sect of Methodists; as,
Methodist hymns; a Methodist elder.