Nestorian

Nes·to·ri·an  (n-stôr-n, -str-)

adj.

1. Of or relating to the theological doctrine, declared heretical in 431, that within Jesus are two distinct persons, divine and human, rather than a single divine person.

2. Of or relating to an Eastern church. Not in scholarly use.

n.

1. An adherent of Nestorian doctrine.

2. A member of an Eastern church. Not in scholary use.

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[After Nestorius, who was accused of propounding this doctrine.]

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Nes·tori·an·ism n.

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	Nestorian - a follower of Nestorius follower - a person who accepts the leadership of another
Adj.	1.	Nestorian - relating to Nestorius or Nestorianism