aglipayano
|a-gli-pay-a-no|
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/ˌæɡlɪˈpaɪənoʊ/
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/ˌæɡlɪˈpaɪənəʊ/
follower of Aglipay
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aglipayano' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'Aglipayano,' referring to followers of Gregorio Aglipay.
Historical Evolution
'Aglipayano' was adopted into English from the Spanish term 'Aglipayano,' which referred to members of the church founded by Gregorio Aglipay.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a follower of Gregorio Aglipay,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member of the Philippine Independent Church, also known as the Aglipayan Church, which was founded by Gregorio Aglipay in the early 20th century.
The aglipayano community gathered for the annual church festival.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/01 08:06