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apostleship

nounmasculineformal/ɐpuʃtuˈlaðu/low

a·pos·to·la·do

Definition

The mission, function, or activity of an apostle; by extension, the activity of fervently propagating a religious doctrine or ideal.
He dedicated his life to the apostleship among the poorest.
His apostleship for peace earned him international recognition.

Etymology

Do latim eclesiástico *apostolatus, -us* (missão de apóstolo).

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