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popery

/poh-puh-ree/US // ˈpoʊ pə ri //UK // (ˈpəʊpərɪ) //

罂粟园,罂粟场,罂粟,罂粟业

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Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1

    Disparaging.

    • : the Roman Catholic Church, especially its doctrines, ceremonies, and system of government.

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Examples

  • He wrote various books against popery, one of which was translated into several languages, and often reprinted.

  • The "No Popery" riots took place on the 6th and 7th, when London was for some hours in the hands of the mob.

  • They violently assaulted many peers and compelled members of both houses to cry No popery!

  • In like manner, when Popery in England was put down by the Protestants, each party was headed by its priests.

  • As he was carried along he made his will, in which he bequeathed his detestation of popery to his friends and brethren.