chaplaincy en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈtʃæp.lɪn.si/ (UK)
Etymology
From chaplain + -cy.
Meanings
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The role or position of a chaplain.
He was appointed to the chaplaincy of Colesberg, and undertook its duties without remuneration, till such time as a salary could be procured
1860, Emma L. Lafanu, Life of Dr. Orpen:Background: Established in 1957, the US Army Chaplain Historical Holding chronicles the story of the Army chaplaincy from its inception during the American Revolution to the present.
1992, R. Cody Phillips, Guide to U.S. Army Museums:
- A building, for example on a university campus, catering to people's religious needs.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| chaplaincies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (4)
fr aumônerie (office) · fi kappalaisen virka (office) · fr chapelaincerie (office) · ms kepaderian (office)