vicar Definition
- 1(in the UK) a priest in the Church of England who is in charge of a particular church and the area around it
- 2(in the Roman Catholic Church) a representative or deputy of a bishop
- 3(in the Episcopal Church) a member of the clergy in charge of a chapel
Using vicar: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vicar" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The vicar of the local church is retiring next month.
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The bishop appointed a new vicar for the diocese.
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The chapel's vicar led the service on Sunday morning.
vicar Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with vicar
a title used for the Pope, emphasizing his role as a representative of Jesus Christ on Earth
Example
The Vicar of Christ is the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church.
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The vicar general is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the diocese.
Example
The lay vicars sang beautifully during the Christmas service.
Origins of vicar
from Latin 'vicarius', meaning 'substitute'
Summary: vicar in Brief
A 'vicar' [ˈvɪkə(r)] is a priest in the Church of England who is in charge of a particular church and its surrounding area. It can also refer to a representative or deputy of a bishop in the Roman Catholic Church, or a member of the clergy in charge of a chapel in the Episcopal Church. Examples include 'The vicar of the local church is retiring next month.' and 'The chapel's vicar led the service on Sunday morning.'
