What does defrock mean?
Definitions for defrock
diˈfrɒkde·frock
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Princeton's WordNet
defrock, unfrockverb
divest of the frock; of church officials
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defrockverb
To divest of the frock, i. e. to deprive (a priest, minister, etc.) of official ecclesiastical authority; -- of church officials.
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defrockverb
to divest of a frock
defrockverb
to formally remove the rights and authority of a member of the clergy.
The defrocked priest may no longer perform rites.
Etymology: de- + frock 'vestment'
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defrock
Defrock refers to the formal removal of a priest or clergyman's rights and authority to perform religious services and duties, typically as a punishment for a severe violation of religious or ethical codes. It is an official decision made by a high-ranking religious authority and often follows a serious scandal or controversy.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of defrock in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of defrock in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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