Presleyterianism

noun

The cult of Elvis Presley, especially in the southern United States

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Meanings

nounPresleyterianism (uncountable)
  1. uncountableThe cult of Elvis Presley, especially in the southern United States

    The First Church of Presleyterianism

    1997, Fortean Times, numbers 102-106, page 20
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    Presleyterianism has something for everyone.

    2000, Swami Beyondananda, Swami for President, page 62

    Presleyterianism teaches us that there is no discrepancy between science and theology, no disparity between putting your trust in physics and technology or believing in Elvis.

    2004, Bill Yenne, The Field Guide to Elvis Shrines

Origin

Blend of Presley + Presbyterianism, as a playful substitution.

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