secular
/sˈɛkjʌlɝ/
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Definitions
Adjective
of or relating to the doctrine that rejects religion and religious considerations
Adjective
characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world; "worldly goods and advancement"; "temporal possessions of the church"
Adjective
not concerned with or devoted to religion; "sacred and profane music"; "secular drama"; "secular architecture", "children being brought up in an entirely profane environment"
Adjective
of or relating to clergy not bound by monastic vows; "the secular clergy"
Adjective Satellite
characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy; "set his collar in laic rather than clerical position"; "the lay ministry"
Noun
someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person