deacon — A person who assists the priest in Christian church services and performs charitable work
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A person who assists the priest in Christian church services and performs charitable work
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdiːkən/
Example Sentences
- The deacon accidentally spilled grape juice on his white shirt during communion.
- Our deacon organizes the monthly food drive for the community.
- The new deacon was so nervous during his first service that he forgot where he put the collection plate.
deacon
NOUN[/ˈdiːkən/]
A person who assists the priest in Christian church services and performs charitable work
Church helper serving others faithfully
The deacon's candle shines as a beacon, though his body may weaken
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Deacon derives from Greek diakonos, originally meaning 'servant' or 'attendant'. In early Christian tradition, the term came to designate those appointed to assist priests and bishops in church ministry and charitable works.
Breakdown
Greek dia- (through) + -konos (dust, service), literally 'one who serves through'. The term evolved from a general servant role to a specific ecclesiastical office in Christian communities.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The deacon accidentally spilled grape juice on his white shirt during communion.”
“Our deacon organizes the monthly food drive for the community.”
“The new deacon was so nervous during his first service that he forgot where he put the collection plate.”
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