rector
/'rektə/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A person authorized to conduct religious worship: In some Christian churches, especially the Anglican Church, a rector is a member of the clergy in charge of a parish, with specific rights to the parish's tithes and income.
- The head of certain universities, colleges, schools, or religious institutions: In some educational contexts, particularly in Scotland and some other parts of Europe, a rector is the elected head of a university or a school.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Religious Leader):
- The rector delivered a powerful sermon on Sunday morning.
- She was appointed rector of the local parish church.
- Noun (Academic Head):
- The students elected a new rector to represent them at the university court.
- The school rector presided over the graduation ceremony.
Advanced Usage
- "Rector Emeritus": A title for a former rector who retains an honorary connection to the institution.
- The university honored the rector emeritus for his decades of service.
- "Rectorial": Pertaining to a rector or a rectory.
- The rectorial duties include both spiritual guidance and administrative work.
Variants and Related Words
- Rectory (n): The house where a rector lives.
- The old rectory is next to the church.
- Rectorship (n): The office, rank, or term of a rector.
- During his rectorship, the parish grew significantly.
Synonyms
- Clergyman/Clergywoman: A person ordained for religious duties.
- Minister: A member of the clergy, especially in Protestant churches.
- Pastor: A minister in charge of a Christian church or congregation.
- Principal: The head of certain schools or colleges (as a synonym for the academic sense).
Related Phrases
- To be installed as rector: To be formally placed into the position of rector.
- He was installed as rector in a traditional ceremony.
Noun
- a person authorized to conduct religious worship
- clergymen are usually called ministers in Protestant churches