Meaning of the word ecclesiastic in English

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ecclesiastic

US /ɪˌkliː.ziˈæs.tɪk/
UK /ɪˌkliː.ziˈæs.tɪk/

Noun

a clergyman or other person in holy orders

Example:
The old ecclesiastic delivered a powerful sermon.
He decided to become an ecclesiastic after years of spiritual study.

Adjective

of or relating to the Christian Church or clergy

Example:
The council discussed various ecclesiastic matters.
He has a deep knowledge of ecclesiastic history.