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Christian

adjective

Relating to or characteristic of Christianity.

Following the teachings or manifesting the qualities or spirit of Jesus Christ. Antonym: unchristian.

noun

A religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination.

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