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    Ecclésiastique (en. Ecclesiastical)

    /ek.le.zi.as.tik/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An ecclesiastic is a member of the clergy.
    He was trained as an ecclesiastic in a seminary.
    Il a été formé comme ecclésiastique dans un séminaire.
    One who performs a religious function within the Church.
    The ecclesiastic celebrated mass last night.
    L'ecclésiastique a célébré la messe hier soir.
    Relating to ecclesiastical matters.
    The decisions made by this ecclesiastic are respected by his parishioners.
    Les décisions prises par cet ecclésiastique sont respectées par ses fidèles.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ecclesiasticus', which means 'of the Church'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    government ecclesiastic
    Term referring to members of the clergy who hold official positions.
    ecclésiastique du gouvernement
    ecclesiastical life
    The consecrated life and activities within a religious community.
    la vie ecclésiastique
    ecclesiastical authority
    Power or influence exercised by a member of the clergy.
    autorité ecclésiastique

    Related Words

    clergy
    Group of ministers of religion.
    clergé
    priesthood
    Function or dignity of priest.
    sacerdoce
    ritual
    Set of religious practices and ceremonies.
    rituel

    Slang Meanings

    Church
    He spends his Sundays at the ecclesiastic.
    Il passe ses dimanches à l'ecclésiastique.
    Monsignor
    My father, the village ecclesiastic, is very respected.
    Mon père, l'ecclésiastique du village, est très respecté.