Parson

/ˈpɑːrsn/
noun

A Christian minister or priest, especially in the Anglican Church.

He became a parson after years of studying theology.
Visual representation of "parson" - A Christian minister or priest, especially in the Anglican Church

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  • parson's house
noun

A small bird with attractive colors, also known as a bullfinch.

We enjoyed watching the parson in our garden, with its vibrant red chest.
Visual representation of "parson" - A small bird with attractive colors, also known as a bullfinch

Often appears as...

  • parson bird
  • parson finch
noun

A Christian minister or priest, especially in the Anglican Church.

He became a parson after years of studying theology.
Visual representation of "parson" - A Christian minister or priest, especially in the Anglican Church

Often appears as...

  • parson's nose
  • parson's house
noun

A small bird with attractive colors, also known as a bullfinch.

We enjoyed watching the parson in our garden, with its vibrant red chest.
Visual representation of "parson" - A small bird with attractive colors, also known as a bullfinch

Often appears as...

  • parson bird
  • parson finch
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Religious Role

Used specifically for clergy in certain Christian denominations, like Anglicans.

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The parson officiated the wedding ceremony at the local church.
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Church Leadership

Indicates a leader with spiritual and administrative duties in a parish.

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As a parson, he was responsible for Sunday sermons and community outreach.
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Respectful Term

Conveys a sense of respect towards the minister or priest addressed as such.

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Parson Smith has been with our parish for over a decade.
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Religious Role

Used specifically for clergy in certain Christian denominations, like Anglicans.

Illustration for Religious Role
The parson officiated the wedding ceremony at the local church.
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Church Leadership

Indicates a leader with spiritual and administrative duties in a parish.

Illustration for Church Leadership
As a parson, he was responsible for Sunday sermons and community outreach.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Respectful Term

Conveys a sense of respect towards the minister or priest addressed as such.

Illustration for Respectful Term
Parson Smith has been with our parish for over a decade.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Religious Role

Used specifically for clergy in certain Christian denominations, like Anglicans.

Illustration for Religious Role
The parson officiated the wedding ceremony at the local church.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Church Leadership

Indicates a leader with spiritual and administrative duties in a parish.

Illustration for Church Leadership
As a parson, he was responsible for Sunday sermons and community outreach.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Respectful Term

Conveys a sense of respect towards the minister or priest addressed as such.

Illustration for Respectful Term
Parson Smith has been with our parish for over a decade.
Visual representation of the word "Parson"

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Quote examples

William Cowper

English Poet

The parson knows enough who knows a Duke.
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Quote examples

William Cowper

English Poet

The parson knows enough who knows a Duke.
Portrait of William Cowper
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