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Ordainer

One who ordains.

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Cleric 76% connected

A clerk, a clergyman.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Divine 76% connected

Of or belonging to God; as, divine perfections; the divine will.

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Ecclesiastic 76% connected

Of or pertaining to the church. See Ecclesiastical.

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Consecrate 74% connected

Consecrated; devoted; dedicated; sacred.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Consecrate 74% connected

Consecrated; devoted; dedicated; sacred.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Ordain 74% connected

To set in order; to arrange according to rule; to regulate; to set; to establish.

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Ordain 74% connected

To set in order; to arrange according to rule; to regulate; to set; to establish.

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