Shriner

Shriner
/shruy"neuhr/, n.
a member of a fraternal order (Ancient Arabic Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine) that is an auxiliary of the Masonic order and is dedicated to good fellowship, health programs, charitable works, etc.
[1885-90, Amer.; SHRINE + -ER1]

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