ecclesiast vs missionary

ecclesiast

noun
  • A cleric; someone (such as a priest) who administers a church (ecclesia) or other religious gathering/group. 

  • A member of the Athenian ecclesia (public legislative assembly). 

  • A member of any ecclesia (church or other assembly). 

missionary

noun
  • A religious messenger. 

  • Sexual intercourse in the missionary position. 

  • The missionary position for sexual intercourse. 

  • One who is sent on a mission. 

  • A person who travels attempting to spread a religion or creed. 

adj
  • Relating to a (religious) mission. 

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