padre
Americannoun
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father (used especially in addressing or referring to a priest or member of the clergy).
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a chaplain in military or naval service.
noun
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father: used to address or refer to a clergyman, esp a priest
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a chaplain to the armed forces
Etymology
Origin of padre
1575–85; < Spanish, Portuguese, Italian: father < Latin pater
Example Sentences
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Su padre, Carlos Sheinbaum Yoselevitz, era ingeniero químico y empresario en el sector del curtido de cuero.
From Science Magazine • May 8, 2024
After running a routine check for arrest warrants, they quickly realized they were face to face with what so many had been searching for — the alleged pilfering padre.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2024
He believes his bosses found out about his sexuality after he told a padre - a chaplain in the armed forces - that he was bisexual.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2024
Y si un padre necesita servicios de interpretación o traducción, la espera puede durar aún más.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023
Two hours later, the padre bellows Enrique’s name.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
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