noun
Historical Christian group; often used in historical or religious contexts. The cross-reference 清教徒 is the native Japanese equivalent.
See also: 清教徒
ピューリタンは17世紀にイギリス国教会の改革を求めた。
The Puritans sought reform of the Church of England in the 17th century.
noun
puritan; person with strict morals
Figurative use for someone with very strict moral or religious views, often disapproving.
彼は酒もタバコもやらないピューリタンだ。
He is a puritan who neither drinks nor smokes.