Chaplain
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈt͡ʃæp.lɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chaplain is a noun meaning A person without religious affiliation who carries out similar duties in a secular context.
Meaning
A person without religious affiliation who carries out similar duties in a secular context.
More Meanings
- A member of a religious body who is (often, although not always, of the clergy) officially assigned to provide pastoral care at an institution, group, private chapel, etc.
Example Sentences
The Railway Mission's regionally based chaplains perform the role of impartial 'friend' to anyone working on the railway, regardless of their faith.
Word Forms
- chaplains
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include priest, padre, cleric, preacher, abbot, ecclesiastic.
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