hieromonk

/haɪrəʊmɒŋk/

Definitions

1. noun

A monk who has been ordained to a higher rank, typically a priest, in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

“The hieromonk led the service with great dignity and devotion.”

2. noun

A priest-monk in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

“The hieromonk spent his days in prayer and contemplation.”

Synonyms

  • monk-priest
  • priest-monk

Antonyms

  • layman
  • secular