officiant

American  

[uh-fish-ee-uhnt] / əˈfɪʃ i ənt /

noun

1. a person who officiates at a religious service or ceremony.

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officiant British  

/ əˈfɪʃɪənt /

noun

1. a person who presides and officiates at a religious ceremony

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Etymology

Origin of officiant

1835–45; < Medieval Latin officiant- (stem of officiāns ), present participle of officiāre to serve, equivalent to Latin offici ( um ) office + -ant- -ant

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Example Sentences

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officiant

Carrero, already a poet, scholar, political organizer and nightlife host, would flaunt yet another title that weekend as wedding officiant.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2026

Though the exact shape of the new rules is still under public consultation until September, these changes will take regulations from a "buildings based" regulation model to an "officiant based" one.

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

“By the power that is vested in me, I pronounce that they are husband and wife,” said the officiant on June 5, 1974.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 27, 2026

While the ceremony itself remained private with reportedly just Anderson’s twin sister as a witness and brother-in-law as officiant, the absence underscored how closely the Trump family continues to be scrutinized even in personal milestones.

From Salon ● May 23, 2026

"You are now ours as we are yours," replied the officiant, dropping the curtains.

From The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution by Eug?ne Sue

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