priestling

/ˈprɪst.lɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

A young man training to become a priest.

“The young priestling spent years studying theology before being ordained.”

2. noun

A low-growing or trailing plant that spreads by runners or underground stems, as a strawberry or raspberry.

“The priestling plant in the garden was producing delicious fruit this summer.”

Synonyms

  • clergyman
  • novice priest
  • young priest

Antonyms

  • ordained priest
  • senior priest