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Definition priest in American English

priest noun

[countable] noun
/prist/
1

someone whose job is to lead worship and perform other duties and ceremonies in some Christian churches

Example

a Roman Catholic priest

Example

He led the campaign for women to become Anglican priests.

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2

a man who performs religious duties in some religions that are not Christian

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Definition priest in American English