subs. (thieves’).—A preacher or clergyman. From the white gown or surplice. From Latin camisia, a linen tunic, alb, or shirt, + (probably) a termination suggested by ‘minister.’] For synonyms, see DEVIL-DODGER.
1851–61. H. MAYHEW, London Labour and the London Poor, vol. i., p. 231. [List of patterer’s words.] CAMISTER = Minister.
