churchwarden

English

noun
Definitions
  • (British) A lay officer of the Church of England who handles the secular affairs of the parish.
  • (US) A similar functionary of the Episcopal church.
  • (UK) A churchwarden pipe.

Etymology

Compound from English church + English warden.

Origin

English

warden

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