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chaplain

/ˈtʃæp.lɪn/
Meanings
  • noun

    A religious leader who provides pastoral care and spiritual guidance to members of the military or other organizations.

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈtʃæp.lɪn/



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Rhymes
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chain , rain , pain , gain
Variants
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chaplain , chaplaincies , chaplaincy , chaplains
Etymology
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From Old French 'chapelain', from 'chapelle' (chapel) + 'clerc' (clergyman).

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  1. Did you know that during World War II, the U.S. Navy had over 1,000 chaplains serving in the fleet?

  2. The first recorded use of the term 'chaplain' in English was in the 14th century.

  3. Chaplains have been present in every major U.S. military conflict since the American Revolution.

Related Concepts
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  1. pastor: A religious leader who provides spiritual guidance and care to a congregation.

  2. spiritual advisor: A person who provides guidance and counsel on spiritual matters.

Culture
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Chaplains have been a part of military history since ancient times, providing spiritual support to soldiers in times of war and peace. They are often present during military ceremonies and offer religious services to troops and their families. In literature, chaplains have been portrayed in works such as 'All Quiet on the Western Front' and 'M*A*S*H'.

How to Memorize "chaplain"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person dressed in religious attire, providing comfort and guidance to soldiers in a military setting.

  2. associate

    - Think of a religious leader who offers spiritual support to people in need, such as soldiers or hospital patients.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember C-H-A-P-L-A-I-N: Clergyman Helping And Providing spiritual Leadership And Instruction.

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