priesthood
What is another word for priesthood? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The office, role, or status of being a priest.
We haven't recorded synonyms for priesthood yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use priesthood
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
enter the priesthood
ordained into the priesthood
Etymology
From Old English prēosthād, formed from priest plus -hood, the same suffix seen in "childhood."
Full origin of priesthood →Frequently asked questions
What does “priesthood” mean?
The word “priesthood” means the office, role, or status of being a priest. In plain terms, either the job/role of being a priest, or priests as a group.
How do you pronounce “priesthood”?
“Priesthood” is pronounced PREEST-huud (/ˈpɹiːstˌhʊd/ in IPA).
How do you use “priesthood” in a sentence?
Here is “priesthood” used in a sentence: “He was called to the priesthood after years of theological study.”
What part of speech is “priesthood”?
“Priesthood” is a noun.
Where does the word “priesthood” come from?
The word “priesthood” comes from Old English. From Old English prēosthād, formed from priest plus -hood, the same suffix seen in "childhood.".
Is “priesthood” a common word?
“Priesthood” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “priesthood” have?
“Priesthood” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the office, role, or status of being a priest.
