ecclesiastic
[ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪk]
noun/adjectivemasculinepl: ecclesiastics
eclesiástico
1. A person who is ordained into the Christian ministry; a clergyman or priest
The ecclesiastic delivered a powerful sermon on Sunday.
O eclesiástico proferiu um sermão poderoso no domingo.
2. Relating to the Christian church or its clergy
The ecclesiastic robes were adorned with golden embroidery.
As vestes eclesiásticas eram adornadas com bordados dourados.
3. Of or relating to church governance and organization
Ecclesiastic law governs the conduct of priests.
A lei eclesiástica governa a conduta dos padres.
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