What's the difference between subdeacon and subdiaconate?

Subdeacon


Definition:

  • (n.) One belonging to an order in the Roman Catholic Church, next interior to the order of deacons; also, a member of a minor order in the Greek Church.

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Subdiaconate


Definition:

  • (a.) Of or pertaining to a subdeacon, or to the office or rank of a subdeacon.
  • (n.) The office or rank of a subdeacon.

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