catechumen

/ˌkædəˈkjumən/
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Other forms: catechumens

Definitions of catechumen
  1. noun
    a new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist
    synonyms: neophyte
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    type of:
    educatee, pupil, student
    a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
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