Question

Select the correct meaning of the given word in question.
Laity

Options

• church members not baptized

• church members baptized 

• priests

• church members who are not ordained priests

Answer 1

A clergy is the body of all people ordained for religious duties, especially in the Christian Church. Laity means lay people, as distinct from the clergy.
Therefore, 'church members who are not ordained priests' is the correct option.