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clericalize

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cler·​i·​cal·​ize | \ ˈklerə̇kəˌlīz, -rēk- \
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Definition of clericalize

: to cause to become clerical or be influenced by clericalism

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History and Etymology for clericalize

French cléricaliser, from clérical + -iser -ize

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“Clericalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clericalize. Accessed 26 Jun. 2022.

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