nounless common
A woman who performs religious duties or leads ceremonies in some religions.
The priestess led the ceremony at the temple.
Common phrases & grammar
high priestess
American English
How to pronounce priestess
nounB2
PʰREEStuhs
/ˈpʰɹis.təs/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
A woman who performs religious duties or leads ceremonies in some religions.
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Related words & forms
The plural adds -es: priestess becomes priestesses.