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/ˈhoʊli ˈɔrdərz/ · hol·y or·ders
noun
- The sacrament of ordination to the rank of minister or deacon, priest, or bishop. The bishop administered the holy orders to the newly ordained priest.
noun
- A group of ordained clergy, especially bishops, priests, or deacons. The holy orders gathered for a special ceremony to consecrate the new cathedral.
Did you know? The phrase 'holy orders' has been used in various contexts throughout history, including in the writings of medieval theologians and in the liturgy of the Catholic Church.