parson

🇺🇸 /ˈpɑːrsn/ 🇬🇧 /ˈpɑːsn/
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noun
R

A clergyman in the Church of England who is in charge of a church and its services.

The local parson gave a moving sermon at the church on Sunday.

R

A Protestant clergyman, especially one who is in charge of a church.

The parson of the local church was well-respected in the community.

translation

n. A clergyman in the Church of England who is in charge of a church and its services.; A Protestant clergyman, especially one who is in charge of a church.

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Plural parsons