CATECHIST

catechist

(noun) one who instructs catechumens in preparation for baptism (especially one using a catechism)

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

catechist (plural catechists)

(Christianity) One who practices catechesis, i.e, catechizes catechumens; a teacher who instructs students in the doctrines of a particular Christian denomination typically in preparation for confirmation.

Anagrams

• Sacchetti, catches it, catchiest

Source: Wiktionary


Cat"e*chist, n. Etym: [L. catechista, fr. Gr.]

Definition: One who instructs by question and answer, especially in religions matters.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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