Priest vs. Preacher

Priest vs. Preacher — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Priest and Preacher

Priestnoun

a religious clergyman (clergywoman, clergyperson) who is trained to perform services or sacrifices at a church or temple

The priest at the Catholic church heard his confession.The Shinto priest burnt incense for his ancestors.The Israelite priests were descended from Moses' brother Aaron.

Preachernoun

Someone who preaches a worldview, philosophy, or religion, especially someone who preaches the gospel; a clergyman.

Priestnoun

a blunt tool, used for quickly stunning and killing fish

Preachernoun

someone whose occupation is preaching the gospel

Priestnoun

(Mormonism) the highest office in the Aaronic priesthood

Priestverb

(transitive) To ordain as a priest.

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Priestnoun

a clergyman in Christian churches who has the authority to perform or administer various religious rites; one of the Holy Orders

Priestnoun

a spiritual leader in a non-Christian religion