[ˈmɪnstə] or [ˈmɪnstər]

Definitions

1. noun

A large or important church, especially in Scotland or England; A cathedral or collegiate church.

“The minster in York is a beautiful example of medieval architecture.”

2. noun

A high-ranking official in the government of a medieval kingdom or in a monastic community.

“The king’s minster advised him on matters of state.”

3. verb

To make a minster or to appoint a person as a minster.

“The king minstered his most trusted advisor to a high-ranking position.”