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priesthood
nounmasculineformalcommon/sɐsɨɾˈdosiw/sa·cer·dó·ci·o
Definition
1The state, function, or dignity of a priest; religious ministry.
Usage examples
“He embraced the priesthood after years of reflection.”
“The Catholic priesthood requires deep theological training.”
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Common combinations
enter the priesthoodorders of the priesthoodvocation to the priesthoodministerial priesthood