C1 noun #15,707 most common

acolyte

UK /ˈæ.kə.laɪt/ | US /ˈæ.kə.laɪt/

One who has received the highest of the four minor orders in the Catholic Church, being ordained to carry the wine, water and lights at Mass.

acolyte in 30 Seconds

  • (noun) One who has received the highest of the four minor orders in the Catholic Church, being ordained to carry the wine, water and lights at Mass.
  • (noun) An altar server.
  • (noun) An attendant, assistant or follower.

Meanings

  1. 1
    noun One who has received the highest of the four minor orders in the Catholic Church, being ordained to carry the wine, water and lights at Mass.
  2. 2
    noun An altar server.
  3. 3
    noun An attendant, assistant or follower.

Synonyms

sidekick
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