1. people who are sent to do religious work, especially to spread their faith in foreign countries
Usage: plural of missioner

Examples

• The church sent several missioners to work in remote villages.
• Catholic missioners established schools and hospitals throughout the region.
• The missioners learned the local language to better communicate with the community.
• Many missioners dedicated their entire lives to serving in distant lands.
• The missioners provided both spiritual guidance and medical care.
• Local people welcomed the missioners and their humanitarian efforts.