God botherer

English

noun
Definitions
  • (UK) A person who persistently promotes religious beliefs to others, even when unwelcome.
  • (Australia) A religious preacher who visits homes to promote his or her beliefs.
  • (UK) An excessively pious person.
  • (UK) A military chaplain.

Etymology

Compound from English God + English botherer.

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English

botherer

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