laities

plural of laity
as in churches
the people of a religion who are not priests, ministers, etc. a member of the laity The laity has played an important role in the history of the church.

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Noun
  • Eaton has been bringing unique worship experiences to a variety of churches since 2010.
    Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
  • To this end, the Kansas City Election Board has mostly relied on existing relationships with schools, churches and libraries.
    Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Expect flocks of vibrant flamingos and tiny flitting hummingbirds spreading their wings over the turquoise waters and tangles of mangroves that unfold across lagoons that stretch parallel to the sea.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Bear is a Great Pyrenees, a large breed that can grow up to 32 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh more than 100 pounds, first bred to protect flocks of sheep from wolves and other large predators, according to the American Kennel Club.
    Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
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“Laities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laities. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

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