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Definition of Plymouth Brethren noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Plymouth Brethren

noun
 
/ˌplɪməθ ˈbreðrən/
 
/ˌplɪməθ ˈbreðrən/
[plural]
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  1. a strict Protestant group started in England around 1830
    CultureThe group was started in Plymouth by people who did not agree with the ideas and ceremonies of the High Church. The Brethren have no priests, and live according to a set of strict moral rules that they have taken from the Bible. They believe that Jesus Christ will soon return to judge people.
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