house conventicle
/ˈhaʊs kənˌvɛntɪkl/Now historical
noun
A religious meeting held in a house; specifically one held by Scottish Presbyterians during the reigns of Charles II and James II & VII.
Origin
Late 17th century. From house + conventicle. Compare field conventicle.
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