presthode

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Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Old English prēosthād; equivalent to prest (“priest”) +‎ -hod.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈpreːsthɔːd/, /ˈpreːsthɛːd/

Noun

presthode (uncountable)

  1. The status and office of a priest.
  2. The status and office of any clergy member ranking a priest or higher.
  3. The (Christian) priesthood or clergy
  4. Christendom, all Christians

Descendants

  • English: priesthood
  • Scots: presthade

References

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