1. a priest devoted to the service of one particular deity in ancient Roman religion
Usage: historical

Examples

• The flamen Dialis was the high priest of Jupiter in ancient Rome.
• Each major Roman deity had a dedicated flamen to perform their rituals.
• The flamen wore distinctive religious garments during ceremonies.
• Ancient Roman flamens were bound by strict religious taboos.
• The office of flamen was considered one of the most sacred in Roman society.