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chaplain
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/kɐpɨˈlɐ̃w̃/ca·pe·lão
Definition
1A priest or minister responsible for leading religious services in a specific institution (military, hospital, prison, school) or community.
Usage examples
“The ship's chaplain held a Sunday service.”
“She spoke to the hospital chaplain about her fears.”
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Common combinations
military chaplainhospital chaplainprison chaplainschool chaplain