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Ordained Definition & Meaning

ordained
adjective
  1. fixed or established especially by order or command; "at the time appointed (or the appointed time")
  2. invested with ministerial or priestly functions; "an ordained priest"

"Ordained" in song lyrics

See how ordained is used in real songs:

  • "Hip hop's critically proclaimed, ordained"
    60 Second Assassin — Fizza Funky
  • "The reason you felt chained is 'cause I've been ordained"
    Sunz of Man f/ 9th Prince, Killa Sin (Killarmy) — Soldiers of Darkness
  • "To this career I been ordained"
    Sweet Tee — On the Smooth Tip

Usage tips for "ordained"

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Frequently asked questions

What does ordained mean?
fixed or established especially by order or command; "at the time appointed (or the appointed time") invested with ministerial or priestly functions; "an ordained priest"
What part of speech is ordained?
Ordained is an adjective.
How many definitions does ordained have?
Ordained has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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