Word
clergymen
Phoneticscler·gy·men, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkɫɝdʒiˌmɛn/
UK/klˈɜːdʒɪmˌɛn/
Countable noun
Definition
n. men who work as religious leaders, like priests or ministers in a church.
n. male members of the clergy, especially in Christian churches. The plural of 'clergyman'.
Examples
“The clergymen lead the Sunday service together.”
“Several clergymen from different churches joined the meeting to plan the charity event.”
“The photograph showed a group of clergymen in dark robes debating church reforms after the evening service.”
Examples
simple
“The clergymen lead the Sunday service together.”
contextual
“Several clergymen from different churches joined the meeting to plan the charity event.”
complex
“The photograph showed a group of clergymen in dark robes debating church reforms after the evening service.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “clergymen” in context.
Verb
01. clergymen assemble
“Hundreds of clergymen assembled outside the cathedral in protest.”
noun + verb
02. clergymen condemn
“Several clergymen condemned the attack as contrary to religious teaching.”
noun + verb
03. clergymen officiate
“Clergymen officiate at weddings, funerals and baptisms each year.”
noun + verb
04. clergymen preach
“On Sundays, clergymen preach to congregations across the country.”
noun + verb
05. consult clergymen
“The committee decided to consult clergymen before revising the guidelines.”
verb + noun
Adjective
06. anglican clergymen
“Anglican clergymen from across Africa attended the conference.”
adj + noun
Noun
07. council of clergymen
“The council of clergymen issued a joint statement on climate justice.”
noun + prep + noun
08. a council of influential clergymen
“A council of influential clergymen oversees training standards nationwide.”
09. a group of senior clergymen
“A group of senior clergymen called for dialogue between communities.”
10. clergymen officiate at weddings
“In this region, only ordained clergymen officiate at weddings.”
11. clergymen preach against injustice
“Local clergymen preach against injustice and defend the rights of the poor.”
12. consult prominent clergymen for guidance
“The mayor consulted prominent clergymen for guidance on community cohesion.”
Usage
Plural of 'clergyman'; in modern use the gender-neutral 'clergy' or 'members of the clergy' is often preferred.
Pitfall
a clergymen
a clergyman
Clergymen is plural; the singular form is clergyman.
Real-World Examples
“Most educators in the 17th century were clergymen, a role perceived as part-time, involving preaching on Sundays and conducting weddings or funerals, Orme explained.” “Cardinals are the most senior clergymen in the Roman Catholic Church below the pontiff.” “Father Habacuc - better known as Padre Cuco - is something of a local martyr, a symbol of the many murdered clergymen and seminarians in Mexico.” Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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