Meaning Of The Word Recusant

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What's The Definition Of Recusant?

recusant in American English
a person who refuses to obey an established authority; specif., in England in the 16th to 18th cent., a Roman Catholic who refused to attend the services of the Church of England or to recognize its authority
of or like a recusant
adjective: refusing to submit, comply, etc
noun: a person who is recusant

recusant in British English
adjective: (formerly, of Catholics) refusing to attend services of the Church of England
noun: (in 16th to 18th century England) a Roman Catholic who did not attend the services of the Church of England, as was required by law

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