high priest

• Terme désignant le principal ou le premier prêtre dans une hiérarchie religieuse, souvent associé au judaïsme ancien ou à d'autres religions organisées ; par extension, il peut aussi décrire une figure de proue ou un expert dans un domaine ou un mouvement.

A term referring to the chief or leading priest in a religious hierarchy, often associated with ancient Judaism or other organized religions; metaphorically, it can also describe a leading figure or expert in a particular field or movement.

1. Religious leaderB2formal

   The chief priest in a religious hierarchy, especially in ancient Judaism or other polytheistic religions.

   grand prêtre

   • The high priest performed the sacred ritual in the temple.
   • In ancient Israel, the high priest was the only one allowed to enter the Holy of Holies.
   • The high priest wore special garments during ceremonies.

2. Leading figure in a fieldC1informal

   A person who is considered the most prominent or influential in a particular area of activity, art, or culture.

   grand prêtre (sens figuré)

   • He is regarded as the high priest of modern jazz.
   • She is the high priest of fashion in this city.
   • The author is often called the high priest of science fiction.