1. a priest in the Anglican Church who is in charge of a parish
Usage: British
2. a representative or deputy of a bishop or other high church official
Usage: ecclesiastical
3. a person acting as a substitute in office
Usage: formal

Examples

• The vicar delivered an inspiring sermon on Sunday morning.
• Our local vicar has been serving the parish for over twenty years.
• The bishop appointed a vicar to oversee the diocese while he was away.
• She met with the vicar to discuss her wedding ceremony.
• The vicar visited the sick parishioners in the hospital.
• As vicar of the cathedral, he had many administrative duties.
• The new vicar was welcomed warmly by the congregation.