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syn·od
 synod
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noun |
| definition 1: |
an assembly of the officers of a given church or denomination for the discussion of church affairs; ecclesiastical council.
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| definition 2: |
a group of churches following the doctrines established or decisions made by a particular assembly.
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| related words: |
chapter, convention, council, denomination |
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| derivation: |
synodal (adj.) |
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