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clergy

[/ˈklɜːrdʒi/]
nounpl: N/A (collective noun)
clero
1. The body of ordained religious professionals in a Christian church
The clergy gathered for the annual conference.
O clero se reuniu para a conferência anual.
2. Priests, ministers, or other religious officials collectively
Members of the clergy are expected to uphold moral standards.
Espera-se que os membros do clero mantenham padrões morais.
Synonyms
priesthoodministryecclesiasticsreligious officials
Antonyms
laitylaypeople

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
clero
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
clero
Same as general usage
Rio de Janeiro
clero
Same as general usage
Portugal
clero
Standard term used in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

clergy member
member of the clergy
secular vs. clergy
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