Clerical
/ˈklɛr.ɪ.kəl/noun
Relating to the clergy or religious duties.
Did you know?The term 'clerical' originally referred to the literate class of scribes and priests, who were often seen as gatekeepers of mystical knowledge.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
clericus
“A member of the clergy, a scholar or scribe.”
Old French
Old French
clerical
“Pertaining to the clergy or church.”
Middle English
Middle English
clericale
“Relating to clerks or the church.”
Modern English
English
clerical
“Related to the duties and activities of clergy or church administration.”
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