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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Separatist, n. [e.m.E. separatist (1608); Separat(e v.] One who separates himself from, or refuses to conform to, the established church; ? one who absents himself from church services. —a1650 Row 373.
In this letter observe all that adheres to the Covenant and oath of God, and who will not perjure themselves by apostatizing with perjured prelatts, are separatists, schismaticks [etc.] 1699 Penninghame Par. Rec. I 39.
There being suspicions that Alexander Murray and Jean Wilson (hitherto separatists from ordinances and now coming to the Church and being thrice proclaimed for marriage) are guilty of fornication
