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missionary

The correct spelling is missionary.

How to pronounce missionary

/ˈmɪʃən(ə)ɹɪ/
noun

IPA: /ˈmɪʃən(ə)ɹɪ/

Say it like: Mis-zho-nar-ee

The correct spelling is missionary. One who is sent on a mission. For example: "A missionary was just trying to convert me to his religion."

Usage Examples

A missionary was just trying to convert me to his religion.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.One who is sent on a mission.
  2. 2.A person who travels attempting to spread a religion or a creed.
  3. 3.A religious messenger.
  4. 4.The missionary position for sexual intercourse.

adjective

  1. 1.Relating to a (religious) mission

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