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cleric

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun cleric has 1 sense
  1. cleric, churchman, divine, ecclesiastic - a clergyman or other person in religious orders
    --1 is a kind of clergyman, reverend, man of the cloth
    --1 has particulars:
     ordainer; pardoner; a Kempis, Thomas a Kempis; Bruno, Saint Bruno, St. Bruno

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Cleric

A cleric is a member of the clergy, typically associated with a religious organization or institution. They are often involved in religious duties such as leading worship services, performing sacred rituals, and providing spiritual guidance to individuals and communities.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

In a religious context, a cleric refers to a person who has received ordination or special training for religious service.

Example Sentence: The cleric delivered an inspiring sermon to the congregation.

Sense 2:

Informally, a cleric can also refer to any member of the clergy, irrespective of their specific religious affiliation.

Example Sentence: The cleric from the neighboring church attended the interfaith gathering.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

As an adjective, cleric describes something related to the clergy or clerical duties.

Example Sentence: The cleric garments were neatly arranged in the sacristy.

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