officiant
noun
of·fi·ci·ant
ə-ˈfi-shē-ənt 
: someone (such as a priest) who officiates at a religious rite
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After the officiant pronounced them husband and wife, the newlyweds shared a quick kiss before making their way to a nearby table.
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In January, when Elliott married Blake Murray, their officiant was the intended father.
—Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Adame-Clark became the event’s officiant in 2019, months after her election.
—Melissa Renteria, San Antonio Express-News, 8 Feb. 2026
On the other hand, the theme park is offering an officiant, transportation to and from the Disneyland Resort hotels, light decor and photography.
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Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026
In January, when Elliott married Blake Murray, their officiant was the intended father.
—Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Adame-Clark became the event’s officiant in 2019, months after her election.
—Melissa Renteria, San Antonio Express-News, 8 Feb. 2026
On the other hand, the theme park is offering an officiant, transportation to and from the Disneyland Resort hotels, light decor and photography.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
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“Officiant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/officiant. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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officiant
noun
of·fi·ci·ant
ə-ˈfi-shē-ənt
: one who performs the official duties at a ceremony (as a wedding)
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