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priestcraft Definition

priest·craft (prēst′kraft′)

noun

the craft, methods, etc. of priests: now usually with reference to the unscrupulous use of a priestly office

priestcraft Synonyms

priestcraft

n.

priesthood, clergy, monasticism; see ministry 2.

priestcraft Usage Examples

Converse of object

consider: Third, I consider priestcraft and superstition the greatest obstacle to human improvement and happiness.

Browse dictionary entries near priestcraft

  1. ‹ priest-ridden
  2. ‹ priest-penitent privilege
  3. ‹ priest
  4. ‹ prier
  5. ‹ prie-dieu
  6. ‹ pride oneself on
  7. ‹ pride of place
  8. ‹ pride-of-India
  9. ‹ pride
  10. ‹ pricy
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