Dictionary Entry
cleric
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/klɛɹɪk/A clergy member.
In a Sentence
“The cleric led the Sunday service and offered counsel to the parishioners.”
Origin
From Latin clericus, from Greek kleros meaning ‘lot’ or ‘inheritance’, referring to those set apart for religious duties.
Common Phrases
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Poetry examples for “cleric”
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