"smells and bells" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From the use of incense and altar bells. Head templates: {{en-noun|p|head=smells and bells}} smells and bells pl (plural only)
  1. (informal) The characteristics of the Anglo-Catholic or "high" Anglican Church. Tags: informal, plural, plural-only
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