minister
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/ˈmɪnɪstər/
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/ˈmɪnɪstə(r)/
a government leader in charge of a department
The minister announced new policies for education.
部长宣布了新的教育政策。
a religious leader in some Christian churches
The minister led the Sunday service at the church.
牧师在教堂主持了周日礼拜。
a government representative in another country
The minister met with foreign officials to discuss trade.
公使会见了外国官员讨论贸易问题。