# minor order

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. One of the orders of the Catholic Church lower than the major orders (diaconate and priesthood); i.e. the order of acolyte, exorcist, lector or porter.
2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see minor, order.

## Source
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