2 definitions by Old Uncle Sammy

protestant

One who protests (pro-test-ant), hence once used often to describe those who objected to abuse of authority by the Church. As religious "Protestant" sects no longer protest as much, the alternate pronunciation has become common.

Being a gentle soul opposed to violence, she became a war protestant.

by Old Uncle Sammy July 4, 2003

antiwar protestor

This phrase provides another example of lamentable example of our loss of high English style. Certainly, 'protestant' sounds more pleasing than 'protestor,' and recalls the protest roots of several major religious denominations. And, if taken literally, 'antiwar protestor' confusingly appears to refer to a person who protests against an antiwar agenda.

He said,"When you say 'antiwar protestor', I think you really mean 'war protestant.'"

by Old Uncle Sammy July 4, 2003