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Albigenses

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/ˌælbɪˈdʒɛnsiːz/

heretical sect

Etymology
Etymology Information

'Albigenses' originates from the Latin 'Albigenses', referring to the people of Albi, a town in southern France.

Historical Evolution

'Albigenses' was derived from the Latin term 'Albigenses', which referred to the inhabitants of Albi, a town in southern France, known for its association with the Cathar movement.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the people of Albi, but over time it evolved to specifically denote members of the heretical sect.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a member of a heretical sect in southern France in the 12th and 13th centuries, which held dualistic beliefs and opposed the Catholic Church.

The Albigenses were known for their opposition to the Catholic Church.

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Last updated: 2025/06/13 16:06