reader (sense )
lay reader
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lay reader
noun
A layperson in the Anglican or Roman Catholic church authorized by a bishop to read some parts of the service.
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Noun
(plural lay readers)
Usage notes
This term is used by Episcopal Churches whilst the Anglican Church uses just "Reader".
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