popery
the Roman Catholic Church, especially its doctrines, ceremonies, and system of government.
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- an·ti·pop·er·y, noun
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How to use popery in a sentence
He wrote various books against popery, one of which was translated into several languages, and often reprinted.
The Every Day Book of History and Chronology | Joel MunsellThe "No popery" riots took place on the 6th and 7th, when London was for some hours in the hands of the mob.
Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 1 (of 2) | Edward GibbonThey violently assaulted many peers and compelled members of both houses to cry No popery!
The Political History of England - Vol. X. | William HuntIn like manner, when popery in England was put down by the Protestants, each party was headed by its priests.
Ancient Faiths And Modern | Thomas InmanAs he was carried along he made his will, in which he bequeathed his detestation of popery to his friends and brethren.
Fox's Book of Martyrs | John Foxe
British Dictionary definitions for popery
/ (ˈpəʊpərɪ) /
a derogatory name for Roman Catholicism
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