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arch·dea·con | \ (ˌ)ärch-ˈdē-kən 
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\Definition of archdeacon
: a clergyman having the duty of assisting a diocesan bishop in ceremonial functions or administrative work
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archdeacon
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of archdeacon
: a church official who assists a bishop
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