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Priestly Definition & Meaning

priestly
adjective
  1. associated with the priesthood or priests; "priestly (or sacerdotal) vestments"; "hieratic gestures"
  2. befitting or characteristic of a priest or the priesthood; "priestly dedication to the people of his parish"

"Priestly" in song lyrics

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  • "miranda priestly"
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  • "jamie priestly"
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  • "jason 20priestly"
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Frequently asked questions

What does priestly mean?
associated with the priesthood or priests; "priestly (or sacerdotal) vestments"; "hieratic gestures" befitting or characteristic of a priest or the priesthood; "priestly dedication to the people of his parish"
What part of speech is priestly?
Priestly is an adjective.
How many definitions does priestly have?
Priestly has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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