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Chris·tian [ kríschən ]


noun  (plural Chris·tians)
Definition:
 
1. believer in Jesus Christ as savior: somebody whose religion is Christianity

2. Malaysia christianity 
Same as  Protestant (sense 1)




adjective 
Definition:
 
1. christianity from teachings of Jesus Christ: based on or relating to a belief in Jesus Christ as the Son of God and the Messiah, and acceptance of his teachings, contained in the Gospels

2. relating to Christianity: relating to Christianity, or belonging to or maintained by a Christian organization, especially a church
Christian theology
a Christian school

3. kind and unselfish: showing qualities such as kindness, helpfulness, and concern for others

[13th century. < Latin Christianus< Christus (see Christ)]

Chris·tian·ly adverb
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