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| arch·priest [ rch prst ] (plural arch·priests) |
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1. high-ranking Eastern Orthodox priest: in the Eastern Orthodox Church, a married priest of the highest rank
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2. Roman Catholic priest with specific duty: in the Roman Catholic Church, a title given to a priest who has a specific important duty or function
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3. Roman Catholic bishop's senior assistant: formerly, a title given to the senior Roman Catholic priest in a cathedral chapter, who acted as the bishop's principal assistant
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| [14th century. Via Old French archeprestre< late Latin archipresbyter "chief priest"] |
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