Definition of starets
startsy
play \ˈstärt-sē\: a spiritual director or religious teacher in the Eastern Orthodox Church; specifically : a spiritual adviser who is not necessarily a priest, who is recognized for his piety, and who is turned to by monks or laymen for spiritual guidance
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Origin and Etymology of starets
Russian, from staryĭ old — more at stour
First Known Use: 1729
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