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missionary

/mɪʃənɛri/

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1 · noun

someone who attempts to convert others to a particular doctrine or program

传教士

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The missionary taught children at a school in the village.
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这名传教士在村里的学校教孩子们读书。
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Pronunciation: /mɪʃənɛri/

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