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ministerial

The correct spelling is ministerial.

How to pronounce ministerial

/ˌmɪn.əˈstiɹ.i.əl/
noun

IPA: /ˌmɪn.əˈstiɹ.i.əl/

Say it like: Min-ist-eria-l

The correct spelling is ministerial. A member of the mediaeval estate or caste of unfree nobles. For example: "Filling out the form under the direction of a lawyer is a ministerial task performed by a legal secretary."

Usage Examples

Filling out the form under the direction of a lawyer is a ministerial task performed by a legal secretary.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A member of the mediaeval estate or caste of unfree nobles.

adjective

  1. 1.Related to a religious minister or ministry.
  2. 2.Related to a governmental minister or ministry.
  3. 3.Having the power to wield delegated executive authority.
  4. 4.Serving as an instrument or means (i.e., procedural or ancillary, not substantive).

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