defrock
verb
UK/ˌdiːˈfrɒk/
US/ˌdiːˈfrɑːk/
Definitions of defrock verb
- Transitive
To officially remove a priest from their position, typically due to misconduct.
The bishop was defrocked due to his inappropriate behavior.
The priest was defrocked after the scandal came to light.
The church decided to defrock him for violating several canons.