catechumen

pronunciation

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  • Noun:
    a new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist

Word Origin

catechumen (n.)
"new convert," 15c., from French catéchumène, from Church Latin catechumenus, from Greek katekhoumenos "one being instructed," passive present participle of katekhein (see catechesis).

Example

1. Do you think we should start catechumen classes periodically to prepare people for baptism .

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