Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Ostiaries.
Ostiaries - as a noun
The lowest of the minor holy orders in the unreformed western church but now suppressed by the roman catholic church
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
doorkeeper17ostiariusSomeone who guards an entrance
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
door guarddoorkeeper17doorman10gatekeeper17hall porterporter8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
guard7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The ostiaries guarded the entrance to the cathedral."
"The ostiaries were responsible for greeting visitors and controlling access to the church."
"I observed the ostiaries as they performed their duties with utmost dedication."
"The role of ostiaries in historical churches has evolved over time."
"The ostiaries held the keys to the grand doors of the church."
Word Game Points
Is OSTIARIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ostiaries is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OSTIARIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is OSTIARIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ostiaries is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOSTIARIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is OSTIARIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ostiaries is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOSTIARIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
