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Minister
01
a trained individual who performs religious ceremonies, leads worship services, or provides spiritual guidance
Examples
The minister delivered a powerful sermon on forgiveness during Sunday service.
02
the person who is the head of a specific department within the government, responsible for managing policies, operations, and administration related to that department
Examples
As head of the Department of Finance, the minister oversees the country's economic policies and fiscal management.
03
a government official who represents their country in another nation, ranking below an ambassador
Examples
The minister to France attended the diplomatic reception.
to minister
01
to fulfill a role in religious service or guidance, providing support and leadership within a community
Intransitive
Examples
After completing seminary, she decided to minister to a local community as a pastor.
02
to care for or address the needs or concerns of someone
Intransitive: to minister to sb
Examples
He dedicated his time to ministering to the elderly in his community.
