huguenot
/hjuːˈɡɑːnoʊ/; /ˈhjuːɡənoʊ/Definitions
1. noun
A member of a French Protestant minority that existed from the 16th to the 18th century, known for their strong opposition to Catholicism and their support of the Edict of Nantes.
“The Huguenot community in France has a long and complex history, marked by periods of tolerance and persecution.”
2. adjective
Relating to or characteristic of the Huguenots or their culture.
“The Huguenot church was a symbol of the community’s resilience and determination to maintain their faith.”