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/ˈæ.kə.laɪt/ · a.col.yte
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. The acolyte carefully carried the censer during the procession.
- An altar server. The young boy served as an acolyte during the Sunday Mass.
- An attendant, assistant or follower. The acolyte to the famous artist helped with her paintings and sketches.
Did you know? The term 'acolyte' is also used in some modern contexts to describe a devoted or enthusiastic follower of a particular person, idea, or movement.