传教士 — meaning in English
chuán jiào shì
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English meaning
- missionary noun A person sent to spread a religion, especially Christianity, often while providing aid.
- preacher noun Someone, especially a member of the clergy, who delivers religious sermons.
Senses
传教士 is used for these senses in English:
- missionary (religion) A person who travels attempting to spread a religion or creed (Particularly used in context of Christianity).
- preacher Someone who preaches a worldview, philosophy, or religion, especially someone who preaches the gospel and especially a clergyman or clergywoman. In a religious context, usually used only to refer to Protestant Christian clergy.
missionary — full definition
- noun A person sent to spread a religion, especially Christianity, often while providing aid.
- adj Relating to religious missions or missionary work.