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Huguenots

Definition:

The Huguenots were French Protestants who belonged to the Reformed Church of France during the 16th and 17th centuries. They were followers of Jean Calvin and faced persecution due to their religious beliefs.

Senses:

1. Noun: An adherent or supporter of the Reformed Church of France, especially in the 16th and 17th centuries.

Usages:

1. The Huguenots faced severe persecution in France due to their religious practices.
2. Many Huguenots fled France and sought refuge in other countries to escape religious persecution.
3. Protestantism spread rapidly among the Huguenots in France during the Reformation period.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Huguenots played a significant role in the spread of Protestantism in France.
2. My ancestors were Huguenots who migrated to England from France centuries ago.
3. During the religious wars, many Huguenots were imprisoned or executed for their beliefs.
4. The Huguenots formed tight-knit communities wherever they settled to preserve their religious traditions.

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