clergyable

/ˈklɛrʤəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of being dealt with by the clergy; requiring ecclesiastical authority or jurisdiction

“The clergyable dispute was resolved through mediation.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is clergyable

“The clergyable case was sent to the church court for judgment.”

Synonyms

  • canonical
  • ecclesiastical
  • spiritual

Antonyms

  • secular
  • worldly