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Ministry Definition & Meaning

ministry
noun
  1. religious ministers collectively (especially Presbyterian)
  2. building where the business of a government department is transacted
  3. a government department under the direction of a minister
  4. the work of a minister of religion; "he is studying for the ministry"

"Ministry" in song lyrics

See how ministry is used in real songs:

  • "Smuggled on a charter flight, contented with the ministry"
    7L and Esoteric f/ Virtuoso — Headswell
  • "Duel of an Iron Mic, burned down ya ministry"
    9th Prince f/ Dasha, Sav Killz — Assassins
  • "The chemistry was meant to be so then we ran without the ministry"
    A+ f/ Q-Tip — Me & My Microphone

Usage tips for "ministry"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ministry" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ministry to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does ministry mean?
religious ministers collectively (especially Presbyterian) building where the business of a government department is transacted a government department under the direction of a minister the work of a minister of religion; "he is studying for the ministry"
What part of speech is ministry?
Ministry is a noun.
How many definitions does ministry have?
Ministry has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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