sacerdotal — relating to priests or the priesthood; priestly
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to priests or the priesthood; priestly
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌsæsərˈdoʊtəl/
Example Sentences
- The new priest was so nervous about his sacerdotal responsibilities that he accidentally blessed the coffee machine.
- His sacerdotal training prepared him for many things, but not for dealing with a church mouse invasion.
- The sacerdotal hierarchy within the church determines the order of religious ceremonies.
sacerdotal
ADJECTIVE[/ˌsæsərˈdoʊtəl/]
relating to priests or the priesthood; priestly
Priest performing sacred ritual ceremony
His sacerdotal duties blend with anecdotal moments at the hotel
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin sacerdos (priest), which combines sacer (sacred, holy) and dos (giver). The compound literally means 'one who gives sacred things,' referring to a priest or member of the priesthood.
Breakdown
sacerdos (priest, from sacer 'sacred' + dos 'giver') + -al (adjective suffix indicating 'of or relating to')
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📝Examples
“The new priest was so nervous about his sacerdotal responsibilities that he accidentally blessed the coffee machine.”
“His sacerdotal training prepared him for many things, but not for dealing with a church mouse invasion.”
“The sacerdotal hierarchy within the church determines the order of religious ceremonies.”
“She studied the sacerdotal practices of ancient civilizations for her thesis.”
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