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archdeacon

/ˌɑːrtʃˈdiː.kən/

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noun

/ˌɑːrtʃˈdiː.kən/C2formal
  • ruЦерковный сановник в Англиканской церкви, обычно следующий по рангу сразу после епископа.

An ecclesiastical dignitary in the Anglican Church, typically ranking just below a bishop.

  1. Ecclesiastical rankC2formal

    A senior clergy member in certain Christian denominations, typically ranking just below a bishop and responsible for administrative duties within a diocese.

    ruЦерковный сан

    • The archdeacon oversaw the distribution of church funds.
    • He was appointed archdeacon of the diocese after years of service.
    • The archdeacon visited the parishes to inspect their records.
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