priest

• Существительное, обозначающее человека, уполномоченного совершать религиозные обряды и церемонии, особенно в христианстве, иудаизме или других вероисповеданиях.

A noun referring to a person who is authorized to perform religious rites and ceremonies, especially in Christian, Jewish, or other faiths.

1. Religious leaderA2formal

   A person who is authorized to perform sacred rituals and lead worship in a religion, especially Christianity.

   Священник

   • The priest led the Sunday service at the church.
   • She spoke with the priest about her spiritual concerns.
   • The priest blessed the congregation before they left.

   Synonymsclergymanclericdivineecclesiasticfatherministerpastorrectorreverendvicar

2. Spiritual guideB1formal

   A person who provides spiritual guidance and counseling to members of a religious community.

   Духовный наставник

   • The priest offered advice to the young couple.
   • He became a priest to help others find peace.
   • The priest visited the hospital to comfort the sick.

   Synonymschaplainclergymanclericcuratefatherministerpadrepastorrectorvicar