1. a person authorized to perform religious ceremonies, especially in the Christian, Jewish, or other faiths
2. a person who serves as an intermediary between people and a deity in various religions

1. to ordain as a priest
Usage: formal; rare

Examples

• The priest delivered a moving sermon during Sunday service.
• She decided to become a priest after years of spiritual study.
• The ancient temple was served by several priests.
• Father Martinez has been our parish priest for ten years.
• The high priest performed the sacred ritual.
• Many priests take vows of celibacy.
• The bishop will priest the new candidates next month.