SINCE 1828
archdeacon
noun
arch·dea·con
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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
noun
English Language Learners Definition of archdeacon
: a church official who assists a bishop
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