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- pronunciation:
- mI
nih
stri
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
ministries |
| definition 1: |
the duties and functions of a religious minister.
He began his ministry in a small congregation in Minnesota.Why did you choose the ministry as a profession?- similar words:
- pulpit
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| definition 2: |
the collective body of such ministers.
He was chosen by the ministry to lead this congregation.- similar words:
- church, clergy, pulpit
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| definition 3: |
(usu. cap.) an administrative department of state.
She heads the Ministry of Education.He works in the Ministry of Finance. |
| definition 4: |
(usu. cap.) the building where a government department is located.
The terrorists have bombed one of the government ministries. |
| definition 5: |
service of a spiritual or charitable nature.
The organization was praised for its ministry to the homeless. |
| related words: |
cabinet, cloth |
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