Pronunciations (2)
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/ˈt͡ʃæp.lɪn/
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ˈtʃæp.lɪn
Noun
A member of a religious body (who is often, although not always, of the clergy) officially assigned to provide pastoral care at an institution, group, private chapel, etc.
- Examples
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The Railway Mission's regionally based chaplains perform the role of impartial 'friend' to anyone working on the railway, regardless of their faith.
A person without religious affiliation who carries out similar duties in a secular context.
Noun
a clergyman ministering to some institution
- Broader terms