clergy
Pronunciation
Noun
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Officials of a religious organization, such as priests or ministers, as a group.
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Which word fits the gap? "Members of the _____ attended the ceremony."
Answer: clergy
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Officials of a religious organization, such as priests or ministers, as a group.
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