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rectory

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noun/ˈɹɛktəɹi/
  1. 1

    Any of certain residences for clergy members.; The residence of Roman Catholic priest(s) associated with a parish church.

  2. 2

    Any of certain residences for clergy members.; The residence of an Anglican rector.

    • It was a joy to snatch some brief respite, and find himself in the rectory drawing–room. Listening here was as pleasant as talking; just to watch was pleasant. The young priests who lived here wore cassocks and birettas; their faces were fi

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