What is another word for altar girl?

Pronunciation: [ˈɒltə ɡˈɜːl] (IPA)

Altar girl, also known as a server or acolyte, is a young girl or woman who assists the priest in liturgical ceremonies in some Christian denominations. However, the use of the term "altar girl" is not always preferred due to its gender-specific connotation. Hence, alternative terms are used to promote inclusivity and gender neutrality. One of the most common synonyms is "altar server," which encompasses both female and male servers. Other synonyms include "liturgical assistant," "minister of the altar," or simply "server." These terms acknowledge the equal participation of young people in assisting in religious services and strive to avoid gender bias in religious practices.

What are the hypernyms for Altar girl?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    church worker, church assistant, church helper, religious servant, religious volunteer.

Related words: Catholic altar girl, Catholic liturgical assistant, altar server, altar boy

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