abuna

/əˈbuːnə/ or /abʊˈnɑː/

Definitions

1. noun

A title of respect given to an Ethiopian Orthodox priest or a high-ranking member of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.

“The abuna played a significant role in the community’s spiritual development.”

Synonyms

  • high-ranking member
  • priest

Antonyms

  • heretic
  • nonbeliever