noun
missionary; preacher
Refers to a person who propagates a religious faith, especially in a missionary context. Can be used for Christian missionaries or Buddhist preachers.
彼はアフリカで布教師として活動している。
He works as a missionary in Africa.
布教師が村に来て説教をした。
A preacher came to the village and gave a sermon.
Compound of 布教 (propagation of a religion) and 師 (teacher, master).