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Meaning of the word minister in English

What does minister mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

minister

US /-stɚ/
UK /-stɚ/
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Noun

1.

a head of a government department in a parliamentary democracy

Example:
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The Prime Minister announced new policies.
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She was appointed as the Minister of Education.
Synonym:
secretarycommissionercabinet member
2.

a member of the clergy, especially in Protestant churches

Example:
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The minister delivered a powerful sermon.
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She consulted with her local church minister.
Synonym:
clergymanpreacherpastorreverend

Verb

1.

to attend to the needs of (someone)

Example:
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The nurses ministered to the sick.
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He ministered to the spiritual needs of his congregation.
Synonym:
attend tocare forlook afterserve
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