noun
- People who instruct others in religious doctrine or principles, typically through systematic questioning and answering.
- People who question or interrogate someone persistently about their beliefs, motives, or knowledge.
Usage: Plural of catechizer; Often used in religious or educational contexts
Usage: Extended or figurative sense
Examples
- The catechizers prepared the children for their religious confirmation.
- Medieval catechizers used structured dialogues to teach Christian doctrine.
- The committee acted as catechizers, pressing the witness for detailed answers.
- Seminary catechizers trained new priests in theological principles.
- Experienced catechizers adapted their methods to suit different age groups.
- The catechizers challenged the candidate's understanding of the faith.