Catechumen
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkæt.ɪˈkjuː.mɛn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Catechumen is a noun meaning A convert to Christianity under instruction before baptism; a young or recent Christian preparing for confirmation.
Meaning
A convert to Christianity under instruction before baptism; a young or recent Christian preparing for confirmation.
Example Sentences
Here in this room an old man had killed and boiled a catechumen, had committed sodomy with a rat, had discussed a rodent nunhood with V., a future saint – depending which story you listened to.
Word Forms
- catechumens
Synonyms for catechumen
Depending on context, synonyms include neophyte.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include neophyte, baptizand, born-again, disciple, condisciple, godson.
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