noun Uncommon

clergyman

KLURD-zhee-muhn

Clergyman (noun) means a man who is an ordained member of the clergy, such as a priest or minister. Example: “The clergyman delivered a moving sermon at the funeral.”

noun

A man who is an ordained member of the clergy, such as a priest or minister.

"The clergyman delivered a moving sermon at the funeral."

How to Use Clergyman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA male religious leader, such as a priest, vicar, or minister.

When to use it

Increasingly replaced in modern usage by gender-neutral terms like "member of the clergy" or "minister."

Word Forms

clergymen plural

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Etymology

Formed from "clergy" plus "man."

Rhymes for clergyman

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “clergyman” mean?

The word “clergyman” means a man who is an ordained member of the clergy, such as a priest or minister. In plain terms, a male religious leader, such as a priest, vicar, or minister.

How do you pronounce “clergyman”?

“Clergyman” is pronounced KLURD-zhee-muhn (/ˈklɝd͡ʒimən/ in IPA).

How do you use “clergyman” in a sentence?

Here is “clergyman” used in a sentence: “The clergyman delivered a moving sermon at the funeral.”

What part of speech is “clergyman”?

“Clergyman” is a noun.

Is “clergyman” a common word?

“Clergyman” is an uncommon word in modern English.