Sacerdotal/ˌsækərˈdəʊtl,ˌsæsərˈdəʊtl/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/2Religious Attire Use 'sacerdotal' when referring to garments unique to a priest or religious leadership. The sacerdotal vestments distinguished him from the laypeople. Pro Tip 2/2Ceremony Context 'Sacerdotal' can depict priestly roles or actions in rituals or ceremonies. The sacerdotal blessings were a central part of the service.