Associations to the word «Defrock»
Noun
- Priest
- Synod
- Clergy
- Priesthood
- Monk
- Davidson
- Clergyman
- Nun
- Deacon
- Orthodox
- Pastor
- Hierarchy
- Rector
- Congressman
- Scandal
- Harold
- Shrine
- Neil
- Confession
- Bishop
- Canon
- Church
- Abuse
- Discipline
- Sex
- Removal
- Seal
- Minister
- Diocese
- Norway
- Same
- Ministry
- Exercise
- Victim
- Authority
- Appeal
- Assembly
- Decision
- Anyone
- Tradition
- Honor
- Mayor
- Court
- Parish
- Sister
- Council
- God
Adjective
Adverb
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Wiktionary
DEFROCK, verb. (literally) to divest of a frock
DEFROCK, verb. (figuratively) to formally remove the rights and authority of a member of the clergy.
Dictionary definition
DEFROCK, verb. Divest of the frock; of church officials.
Wise words
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