clerical
Translation
clerical
Examples
He wore a clerical collar.
He wore a clerical collar.
She has a clerical job in an office.
She has a clerical job in an office.
Grammar Patterns
clerical + ((noun)) relating to the clergy The priest wore his clerical robes.
clerical + ((noun)) relating to office work She is looking for a clerical position.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (religious) ecclesiastical, priestly; (office) administrative, secretarial
Etymology
From Late Latin 'clericus' ('clerk, priest'). It retains both meanings: related to the clergy and related to clerks (office workers).
Memory Tips
Remember the two 'C's: Clerical can mean related to the 'Church' or a 'Clerk'.