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clericals

/ˈklɛrɪkəlz/
cler · i · cals
Adverb:clerically
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Plural:clericals
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Adjective:clerical
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1

The distinctive everyday clothing worn by members of the Christian clergy, typically consisting of a dark shirt, suit, or cassock accompanied by a white clerical collar.

Example

"The parish priest arrived at the community center wearing his black clericals."

2

Plural form of clerical: members of the clergy or administrative office workers.

Example

"The union negotiated a new contract covering both the technical staff and the clericals."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Substantive plural form of the adjective clerical, from Late Latin clericalis ('of a clergyman'), from clericus ('clergyman, clerk'), ultimately from Ancient Greek klerikos.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Clericals. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/clericals
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