noun
Uncommon
rector
REHK-tuh
Rector (noun) means a clergy member in charge of a parish, especially in the Anglican or Catholic Church. Example: “The rector welcomed new parishioners after the service.”
noun
1
A clergy member in charge of a parish, especially in the Anglican or Catholic Church.
"The rector welcomed new parishioners after the service."
2
The head of certain universities, colleges, or schools.
"She was elected rector of the university by the student body."
How to use rector
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither a priest in charge of a parish, or the head of certain schools and universities.
Common pairings
parish rector
university rector
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Word forms
- Plural
- rectors
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Etymology
From Old French rectour, from Latin rector ("ruler, guide"), related to regere ("to rule, direct").
Synonyms
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Rhymes for rector
vector
hector
sector
ejector
Spector
director
detector
defector
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inspector
collector
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Frequently asked questions
What does “rector” mean?
The word “rector” means a clergy member in charge of a parish, especially in the Anglican or Catholic Church. In plain terms, either a priest in charge of a parish, or the head of certain schools and universities.
How do you pronounce “rector”?
“Rector” is pronounced REHK-tuh (/ˈɹɛktɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “rector” in a sentence?
Here is “rector” used in a sentence: “The rector welcomed new parishioners after the service.”
What part of speech is “rector”?
“Rector” is a noun.
Where does the word “rector” come from?
The word “rector” comes from Latin. From Old French rectour, from Latin rector ("ruler, guide"), related to regere ("to rule, direct").
Is “rector” a common word?
“Rector” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “rector” have?
“Rector” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a clergy member in charge of a parish, especially in the Anglican or Catholic Church.
