성직자의 직무나 소명 또는 그 임기
the work, vocation, or period of service of a minister of religion
예문:
"After years of study, he was finally ordained into the ministry."
"Her ministry focused on providing spiritual guidance to prisoners."
장관이 이끄는 정부의 행정 부처
a government department headed by a minister of state in certain countries
예문:
"The Ministry of Health is investigating the recent outbreak."
"She was appointed as a spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs."
총리 하의 정부 임기 또는 각료 집단
a period of government under one prime minister or the collective body of ministers
예문:
"The country saw significant economic growth during his first ministry."
"The ministry met today to discuss the new budget proposal."
타인에게 도움이나 보살핌 또는 서비스를 제공하는 행위
the action of providing help, care, or service to others
예문:
"The organization is known for its ministry to the homeless."
"He found comfort in the ministry of his close friends during the crisis."