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Meaning of "parson" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD PARSON

From Medieval Latin persōna parish priest, representative of the parish, from Latin: personage.
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PRONUNCIATION OF PARSON

parson  [ˈpɑːsən] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF PARSON

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Parson is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES PARSON MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Parson

In the pre-Reformation church, a parson is the priest of an independent parish church, that is, a parish church not under the control of a larger ecclesiastical or monastic organization. The term is similar to rector and is in contrast to a vicar, a cleric whose revenue is usually, at least partially, appropriated by a larger organization. Today the term is normally used for some parish clergy of non-Roman Catholic churches, in particular in the Anglican tradition in which a parson is the incumbent of a parochial benefice: a parish priest or a rector; in this sense a parson can be compared with a vicar. The title parson can be applied to clergy from certain other Protestant denominations. A parson is often housed in a church-owned home known as a parsonage.

Definition of parson in the English dictionary

The first definition of parson in the dictionary is a parish priest in the Church of England, formerly applied only to those who held ecclesiastical benefices. Other definition of parson is any clergyman. Parson is also a nonconformist minister.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH PARSON


arson
ˈɑːsən
Carson
ˈkɑːsən
chairperson
ˈtʃɛəˌpɜːsən
Dawson
ˈdɔːsən
draftsperson
ˈdrɑːftsˌpɜːsən
fasten
ˈfɑːsən
glassen
ˈɡlɑːsən
Lawson
ˈlɔːsən
loosen
ˈluːsən
Macpherson
məkˈfɜːsən
McPherson
məcˈfɜːsən
person
ˈpɜːsən
refasten
riːˈfɑːsən
salesperson
ˈseɪlzˌpɜːsən
sarsen
ˈsɑːsən
spokesperson
ˈspəʊksˌpɜːsən
squarson
ˈskwɑːsən
tradesperson
ˈtreɪdzˌpɜːsən
unfasten
ʌnˈfɑːsən
worsen
ˈwɜːsən

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE PARSON

parser
Parsha
Parsi
Parsifal
parsimonious
parsimoniously
parsimony
parsing
parsley
parsley fern
parsley piert
parsley sauce
parsnip
parson bird
parson´s nose
parsonage
parsonic
parsonical
parsonish

WORDS THAT END LIKE PARSON

Anderson
craftsperson
Emerson
first person
first-person
Grierson
Henderson
in person
Jefferson
Kherson
lay person
media person
missing person
non-person
Paterson
Pearson
Peterson
Sanderson
second person
third person

Synonyms and antonyms of parson in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «PARSON»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «parson» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of parson

Translation of «parson» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF PARSON

Find out the translation of parson to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of parson from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «parson» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

牧师
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

párroco
570 millions of speakers

English

parson
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

पादरी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

بارسون
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

пастор
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

pároco
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

পাদরী
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

pasteur
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Parson
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Pfarrer
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

牧師
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

목사
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Parson
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

viện trưởng
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பார்சன்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

पॅरसॉन
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

papaz
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

parroco
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

proboszcz
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

пастор
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

preot
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

εφημέριος
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Parson
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

parson
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Parson
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of parson

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «PARSON»

The term «parson» is quite widely used and occupies the 34.440 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «PARSON» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «parson» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «parson» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about parson

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PARSON»

Discover the use of parson in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to parson and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
The Diary of a Country Parson, 1758-1802
A literary classic and a unique social portrait of 18th century english village life.
James Woodforde, John Beresford, 2011
2
The Fighting Parson
It's in my character to have the last word ... first.' ... and so we are introduced to The Fighting Parson, a character based on the life of Methodist minister J.O.L. Spracklin who epitomized, more than any other figure during Prohibition, ...
Charles Henry Gervais, 1983
3
Parson and Jack Russell Terriers
(back cover) Is There a Parson or Jack Russell Terrier in Your Future? Whether you just purchased a Russell or are planning to get one, this book will start you off on the right track.
Joanna Kosloff, 2009
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The Country Parson ; The Temple
George Herbert (1593-1633) was an Anglican priest, poet and essayist--truly one of the most profound spiritual masters in the English tradition. His spirituality was a synthesis of Evangelical and Catholic piety.
George Herbert, John N. Wall, 1981
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From Where the Parson's Partner Sits
With tongue in cheek this is a behind-the-scenes, day-by-day life of Mrs. Parson, filled with humor, wit, stamina and just a bit of a jab at the equally stereotyped 'good church folk'. Who better to tell the story than a minister's wife?
Bonnie Crank, 2003
6
The Science and Politics of Global Climate Change: A Guide ...
This new edition is brought completely up to date to reflect the rapid movement of events related to climate change.
Andrew Dessler, Edward A. Parson, 2009
7
William G. Brownlow: Fighting Parson of the Southern Highlands
Coulter taught history at the University of Georgia.
E. Merton Coulter, 1999
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"All Possible Art": George Herbert's The Country Parson
Herbert, wrote this work after the popular Renaissance courtesy book rather than in the more common homiletic style of contemporary clerical manuals.
Kristine A. Wolberg, 2008
9
Chaucer and Medieval Estates Satire
In the portraits of the Parson and the Ploughman, Chaucer gives a positive expression to two medieval estates ideals - those of the clergy and the peasantry. The Clerk and the Knight are also presented as individuals who live up to an ideal of ...
Mann, 1973
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The Parson and Jack Russell Terrier Handbook
Get the information you need to raise happy, healthy Parson and Jack Russell terriers. (back cover) The information you need to raise happy, healthy Parson and Jack Russell Terriers Facts, advice, and fascinating insights tell you all you ...
D. Caroline Coile, 2010

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PARSON»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term parson is used in the context of the following news items.
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Church, parson and gold
Friends, I know a whole heap a yuh going church (33) today to hear what parson (29) has to say. But mi sure a whole heap a yuh going mek ... «Jamaica Observer, Jul 15»
2
Retirement village for Parson's Paddock
A retirement village is to be built on prime Auckland land that has been a green paddock for more than a century. The 2.5 hectare site at 188 St ... «Stuff.co.nz, Jul 15»
3
Parson to run for lieutenant governor, not governor
Sen. Mike Parson, R-Bolivar, announced Saturday he will seek the lieutenant governor's office in 2016, and is dropping out of the governor's ... «Springfield News-Leader, Jul 15»
4
Cheryl Parson: 'Ransomware' attacking businesses' computers
... businesses' computers. BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU. First Posted: 10:30 am - July 25th, 2015 - 312 Views. By Cheryl Parson - Better Business Bureau ... «Lima Ohio, Jul 15»
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Report: State Sen. Parson to leave governor's race, run for 2nd spot
Mike Parson, R-Bolivar, who threw his hat into the gubernatorial ring earlier this year, is going to take it back out in the next few days. The Times ... «STLtoday.com, Jul 15»
6
Bikes and trikes at Parson Drove show
But organisers of the Parson Drove Car, Bike and Trike Show had even more reason to celebrate after this year's event alone raised around ... «Fenland Citizen, Jul 15»
7
Parson James releases Sinner Like You
Available on iTunes as well as streaming services including Apple Music and Spotify, Sinner Like You gives fans a first listen to Parson's solo ... «Entertainment Focus, Jul 15»
8
Parson's Chairman and CEO to Deliver Remarks at UCLA's 2015 …
Parsons announced that its Chairman and CEO, Charles L. “Chuck” Harrington, will speak at the UCLA (University of California, Los Angeles) ... «Pasadena Now, Jul 15»
9
Green Flag Award for Parson's Close Rec
Parson's Close Recreation Ground in Leighton Buzzard is one of the very ... Originally common land, the over eight acres of land at Parson's ... «Leighton Buzzard Today, Jul 15»
10
Madhuri Parson's Jadau Jewelry Collection in Gold With Rock Crystal
Madhuri Parson loves the look of Jadau style—beautifully executed 22k and 24k gold pieces with bezel-set diamonds and enamel—but ... «JCK, Jul 15»

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