American English

How to pronounce priestly

adjectiveB2
PʰREESTlee

/ˈpʰɹist̚.li/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

Related to a priest or priests, especially their religious work or duties.

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Meanings & examples

adjectiveformalless common

Related to a priest or priests, especially their religious work or duties.

The painting shows the king in a priestly robe.

Common phrases & grammar

priestly duties · priestly robes