ministerial
Pronunciation:
/ˌmɪn.əˈstiɹ.i.əl/noun
Definitions
A member of the mediaeval estate or caste of unfree nobles.
adjective
Definitions
Related to a religious minister or ministry.
Related to a governmental minister or ministry.
Having the power to wield delegated executive authority.
Serving as an instrument or means (i.e., procedural or ancillary, not substantive).
Example: Filling out the form under the direction of a lawyer is a ministerial task performed by a legal secretary.