pastour

/ˈpæstɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A Christian minister or priest in charge of a local church or a group of churches.

“The pastor delivered a heartfelt sermon to his congregation.”

2. noun

A shepherd of animals, especially sheep.

“The skilled pastor carefully guided the flock across the mountain.”

3. verb

To care for or tend to animals, especially sheep.

“The farmer pastured his sheep in a lush green meadow.”

Synonyms

  • clergyman
  • minister
  • shepherd

Antonyms

  • heretic
  • schismatic