1. schools for training religious leaders, especially priests or ministers

Examples

• Many Catholic seminaries require students to study for several years before ordination.
• The seminary graduated fifteen new ministers this year.
• He decided to enter one of the local seminaries to become a priest.
• Protestant seminaries often emphasize both theological study and practical ministry training.
• The old seminary building was converted into a community center.
• Several seminaries have expanded their programs to include online courses.