Pronunciation: /ˈmɪnɪstər/
noun a high-ranking official in a government, typically a cabinet minister
A1 The minister visited the school to meet with the students.
A2 The minister of health announced new measures to improve public safety.
B1 The minister of education is responsible for overseeing the country's school system.
B2 The prime minister appointed a new minister of finance to handle the country's economic policies.
C1 The minister of foreign affairs will be attending the international summit next week.
C2 The former minister of defense retired after serving in the government for over 20 years.
verb to administer or manage something, such as a government department or organization
A1 The teacher ministered to the needs of her students.
A2 The nurse ministered to the sick patients in the hospital.
B1 The social worker ministers to the homeless population in the city.
B2 The pastor ministers to the spiritual needs of the congregation.
C1 The diplomat ministers to international relations between countries.
C2 The prime minister ministers to the affairs of the nation.
formal The minister of finance presented the annual budget report to the parliament.
informal The minister is hosting a press conference tomorrow to discuss the new policy changes.
slang Did you hear about the scandal involving the minister? It's all over the news.
figurative She was like a minister of peace, always calming conflicts and bringing people together.
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