Meaning & use
deacon
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A church officer who ranks below a priest or minister and assists with religious and charitable duties.
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The deacon helped distribute food to needy families in the parish.
He was ordained as a deacon before eventually becoming a priest.
A note on using this word
The exact duties and rank of a deacon vary between Christian denominations, but the role generally involves assisting clergy and serving the community.
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