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- [preest-hoo d]
- /ˈprist hʊd/
- /ˈpriːsthʊd/
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- [preest-hoo d]
- /ˈprist hʊd/
Definitions of priesthood word
- noun priesthood the condition or office of a priest. 1
- noun priesthood priests collectively. 1
- noun priesthood religious ministry 1
- uncountable noun priesthood Priesthood is the position of being a priest or the period of time during which someone is a priest. 0
- singular noun priesthood The priesthood is all the members of the Christian clergy, especially in a particular Church. 0
- noun priesthood the state, order, or office of a priest 0
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Origin of priesthood
First appearance:
before 900 One of the 4% oldest English words
before 900; Middle English presthed(e), presthod(e), Old English prēosthād. See priest, -hood
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Parts of speech for Priesthood
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priesthood popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
priesthood usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for priesthood
noun priesthood
- canonicate — the office or rank of a canon; canonry
- canonry — the office, benefice, or status of a canon
- cardinalate — the rank, office, or term of office of a cardinal
- clergy — The clergy are the official leaders of the religious activities of a particular group of believers.
- clericals — the distinctive dress of a member of the clergy
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