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pastoral

Adjective B1 – Intermediate

Relating to peaceful, idealized rural life, especially farming and shepherding, or relating to a priest's spiritual care of a community.

"The painting shows a pastoral scene of sheep grazing in a quiet green valley."

In a church context, "pastoral care" refers to spiritual and emotional support given to a congregation, a distinct sense.

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