(n.) One who professed, or makes open declaration of, his
sentiments or opinions; especially, one who makes a public avowal of
his belief in the Scriptures and his faith in Christ, and thus unites
himself to the visible church.
(n.) One who professed, or publicly teaches, any science or
branch of learning; especially, an officer in a university, college, or
other seminary, whose business it is to read lectures, or instruct
students, in a particular branch of learning; as a professor of
theology, of botany, of mathematics, or of political economy.
