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Priestcraft Definition & Meaning

priestcraft
noun
  1. a derogatory reference to priests who use their influence to control secular or political affairs
  2. the skills involved in the work of a priest

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Frequently asked questions

What does priestcraft mean?
a derogatory reference to priests who use their influence to control secular or political affairs the skills involved in the work of a priest
What part of speech is priestcraft?
Priestcraft is a noun.
How many definitions does priestcraft have?
Priestcraft has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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