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1. deacon

noun. ['ˈdiːkən'] a Protestant layman who assists the minister.

Etymology

  • deacon (English)
  • diacon (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • diaconus (Latin)

2. deacon

noun. ['ˈdiːkən'] a cleric ranking just below a priest in Christian churches; one of the Holy Orders.

Etymology

  • deacon (English)
  • diacon (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • diaconus (Latin)
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