copresbyter

/kɒprɛsˈbaɪstər/

Definitions

1. noun

A co- priest in certain Christian churches, especially Eastern Orthodox; a priest who assists another in the performance of a liturgical function.

“The church was led by a bishop, a priest, and a copresbyter, all working together to complete the sacred ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • assistant priest
  • co-priest

Antonyms

  • clergyman
  • priest