minor order
Historically significant in the Catholic Church, "minor orders" were ranks below major orders like deacon and priest, involving supportive roles.
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Definition
C1Catholicism
(historical)Ranks in the Catholic Church below major orders, including roles like acolyte, exorcist, lector, and porter.
Example
- He was ordained into a minor order before advancing to the diaconate.
B2General
(hierarchical)A classification in a hierarchical system that is of lesser importance or rank compared to major orders.
Example
- In the organization's structure, his position was considered a minor order.
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