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    Vicaire (en. Vicar)

    /vi.kɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A vicar is a cleric who performs functions or ministries on behalf of a superior.
    The vicar celebrated the mass in the absence of the bishop.
    Le vicaire a célébré la messe en l'absence de l'évêque.
    A person who replaces another in their duties.
    She acted as vicar during her director's absence.
    Elle a agi comme vicaire pendant l'absence de son directeur.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'vicarius' meaning 'replacement' or 'substitute'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    vicar of
    Expression meaning that a person acts on behalf of someone else.
    vicaire de
    take on the role of vicar
    To assume the responsibilities or functions of another.
    prendre le rôle de vicaire
    be someone's vicar
    To replace someone in their duties.
    être le vicaire de quelqu'un

    Related Words

    bishop
    A bishop is a church leader responsible for overseeing priests and the faithful.
    évêque
    priest
    A priest is an ordained minister of a church who celebrates religious rites.
    prêtre
    deacon
    A deacon is an ordained minister who assists the priest in religious services.
    diacre

    Slang Meanings

    A vicar can be used to refer to a trusted person or right-hand man.
    He is the vicar of the team, always there to help.
    Il est le vicaire de l'équipe, toujours là pour aider.
    In some contexts, it can refer to a person who is not always very reliable.
    He always plays the vicar, but you can never count on him.
    Il fait toujours le vicaire, mais on ne peut jamais compter sur lui.