Meaning of simony in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈsaɪməni/

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  1. Noun

    simony

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old French simonie, from late Latin simonia, from Simon Magus (Acts 8:18)

    Definitions

    1. traffic in ecclesiastical offices or preferments

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