Rhemish

Rhemish
Rhemish Rhemish, a. Of or pertaining to Rheimis, or Reima, in France. [1913 Webster]

{Rhemish Testament}, the English version of the New Testament used by Roman Catholics. See {Douay Bible}. [1913 Webster]


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  • rhemish — rhe·mish …   English syllables

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  • rhemish — ˈrēmish adjective Usage: usually capitalized Etymology: Rheims (Reims), city in northeastern France + English ish : reims …   Useful english dictionary

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