Meaning of the word priest in English

What does priest mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

priest

US /priːst/

UK /priːst/

a person who performs religious ceremonies and duties in a non-Christian religion

Example:

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The Buddhist priest chanted prayers at the temple.

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An ancient Egyptian priest performed rituals for the pharaoh.

Synonym:

cleric minister chaplain ecclesiastic divine

an ordained minister of the Catholic, Orthodox, or Anglican Church, authorized to perform certain rites and administer certain sacraments

Example:

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The Catholic priest celebrated Mass every Sunday.

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She confessed her sins to the priest.

Synonym:

clergyman minister pastor reverend father

Related Word:

priests like people, like priest