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clerical

Pronunciation: /ˈklɛɹɪkəl/

The English word “clerical” has 4 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Of or relating to clerks or their work.
  2. Of or relating to the clergy.

noun

  1. A member of the clergy.
  2. Clerical garments.

Etymology

From Late Latin clēricālis (“clerical”), from clēricus (“clergyman, priest”).

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