单词 | reverend |
释义 | Word Frequency reverend(ˈrɛvərənd) adjective 1. worthy of reverence 2. relating to or designating a member of the clergy or the clergy in general noun 3. informal a member of the clergy Word origin C15: from Latin reverendus fit to be revered; see revereWord Frequency Reverend(ˈrɛvərənd) adjective ▶ USAGE Reverend with a surname alone (Reverend Smith), as a term of address ("Yes, Reverend"), or in the salutation of a letter (Dear Rev. Mr Smith) are all generally considered to be wrong usage. Preferred are (the) Reverend John Smith or Reverend Mr Smith and Dear Mr Smitha title of respect for a member of the clergy Abbreviations: Rev., Revd. See also Very Reverend, Right Reverend, Most Reverend |
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