Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unfrock

verb

/ʌnˈfrɒk/

Definition

To remove the frock or robe from someone, typically in a religious context, indicating that a clergy member is no longer allowed to perform their duties.

Examples

After the scandal, the bishop decided to unfrock the priest.
The committee voted unanimously to unfrock the minister due to the violations.
He felt a sense of shame after being unfrocked from his position.

Meaning

Unfrock refers to the act of stripping a priest or clergy member of their clerical status or authority, often as a consequence of misconduct or disqualification from their role.