Greek

Alternative forms

• τραγόπαππας m ‎(tragópappas)

Noun

τραγόπαπας • ‎(tragópapas) m ‎(plural τραγοπαπάδες)

1. (derogatory, humorous) An immoral priest who behaves in a manner not appropriate to the religious vows he has taken.

Usage notes

• From the usual beard worn by Greek Orthodox priests, resembling a goat's; with the additional metaphorical pun on the fact that the devil is said to have goat horns.

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