noun
- a member of the clergy; a person ordained or appointed to perform religious duties in a church or religious organization
Usage: gender-neutral alternative to 'clergyman' or 'clergywoman'; commonly used in formal and professional contexts
Examples
- The clergyperson led the Sunday service with great devotion.
- Many clergypersons work in hospitals and prisons to provide spiritual support.
- She decided to become a clergyperson after years of volunteer work at her church.
- The clergyperson blessed the newborn during the baptism ceremony.
- Several clergypersons from different faiths gathered to discuss interfaith dialogue.
- A clergyperson must often balance pastoral duties with administrative responsibilities.