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Clergy

see synonyms of clergy

Noun

1. clergy

in Christianity, clergymen collectively (as distinguished from the laity)

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Clergy

see synonyms of clergy
noun plural -gies
the collective body of men and women ordained as religious ministers, esp of the Christian Church
▶ Related adjectives: clerical, pastoral

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Clergy

see synonyms of clergy
nounWord forms: plural ˈclergies
persons ordained for religious service; ministers, priests, rabbis, etc., collectively

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Clergy

see synonyms of clergy
n. pl. cler·gies
The body of people ordained or recognized by a religious community as ritual or spiritual leaders. See Usage Note at collective noun.

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