papist
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/ˈpeɪpɪst/
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/ˈpeɪpɪst/
A person who is a Roman Catholic, used in a negative way by some Protestants.
He accused his opponent of being a papist, trying to undermine his credibility.
Related to or supporting Roman Catholic beliefs, used in a negative way by some Protestants.
The papist influence in the region was seen as a threat to the Protestant community.