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pastorship

|pas-tor-ship|

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/ˈpæstərˌʃɪp/

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/ˈpɑːstərˌʃɪp/

(pastor)

spiritual leader

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pastorpastorspastorships
Etymology
Etymology Information

'pastorship' originates from the English word 'pastor', which comes from the Latin word 'pastor', meaning 'shepherd'.

Historical Evolution

'pastor' changed from the Latin word 'pastor' and eventually became the modern English word 'pastor'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'shepherd', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'spiritual leader'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the office or position of a pastor.

He was appointed to the pastorship of the local church.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42