Lollard

American  

[lol-erd] / ˈlɒl ərd /

noun

1. an English or Scottish follower of the religious teachings of John Wycliffe from the 14th to the 16th centuries.

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Lollard British  

/ ˈlɒləd /

noun

1. English history a follower of John Wycliffe during the 14th, 15th, and 16th centuries

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• Lollardy
  noun
• Lollardism
  noun
• Lollardry
  noun

Etymology

Origin of Lollard

1375–1425; late Middle English < Middle Dutch lollaert mumbler (of prayers), equivalent to loll ( en ) to mumble ( see lull) + -aert -ard

Example Sentences

The very first, at Lollard Street in London’s Kennington, is still going strong.

From The Guardian • Oct. 31, 2019

His underground Lollard followers kept alive the idea of a direct relationship between God and the individual Christian, through his word.

From The Guardian • Feb. 19, 2011

Lollard, Quaker and some other similar terms, Tunker, i. e.

From Toronto of Old by Scadding, Henry

He was a monk, holding Lollard opinions; and a bard of considerable talent and celebrity.

From Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 94, August 16, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. by Various

Then the narrative deepens in its interest when the Prince ascends the throne as Henry V., while his old comrade becomes a Lollard and a champion of the new faith.

From Blackie & Sons Catalogue - 1891 Books for Young People by Various