papist

/ˈpeɪpɪst/
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Definitions of papist
  1. adjective
    of or relating to or supporting Romanism
    synonyms: R.C., Roman, Roman Catholic, Romanist, papistic, papistical, popish, romish
  2. noun
    an offensive term for Roman Catholics; originally, a Roman Catholic who was a strong advocate of the papacy
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    Roman Catholic
    a member of the Roman Catholic Church
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