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单词 Old Christian
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Definition of Old Christian in English:

Old Christian

noun ˌəʊl(d) ˈkrɪstʃ(ə)n
  • In Spain, and subsequently other (chiefly southern European) countries: a person born into the Christian (especially the Catholic) faith, as opposed to a convert. Compare New Christian. Now historical.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in Thomas Shelton (fl. 1598–1629), translator. From old + Christian.

Definition of Old Christian in US English:

Old Christian

nounˌəʊl(d) ˈkrɪstʃ(ə)n
  • In Spain, and subsequently other (chiefly southern European) countries: a person born into the Christian (especially the Catholic) faith, as opposed to a convert. Compare New Christian. Now historical.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in Thomas Shelton (fl. 1598–1629), translator. From old + Christian.

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