1. Plural of deaconry; the office, rank, or position of a deacon in a church.
Usage: Formal/religious context; Chiefly used in Christian denominations
2. Plural of deaconry; the period of service or tenure of a deacon.
Usage: Formal/religious context
3. Plural of deaconry; the residence or headquarters of a deacon or deacons.
Usage: Formal/religious context; Less common usage

Examples

• Several deaconries were established throughout the diocese to support local parishes.
• The church recognized the deaconries as essential roles in its administrative structure.
• During his deaconries, he served the community with dedication and compassion.
• The bishop appointed new members to fill the vacant deaconries.
• Deaconries in this denomination require formal training and ordination.