noun • 1) an ancient Greek priest who interpreted sacred mysteries, especially the priest of the Eleusinian mysteries. 2) an interpreter of sacred mysteries or arcane knowledge. 3) one who explains or makes a commentary; a commentator.
From Ancient Greek ἱερός (hieros, “holy”) + φαίνω (phainō, “I show, make known”).
Yes.
And, for a modicum...gaming trivia, a prestige class in DnD 3.5, which is mostly for...
my fav words. ::pleased::