名めい僧そう

noun

noted priest; celebrated priest

Refers to a Buddhist priest who is widely respected for their virtue, learning, or accomplishments. Often used in historical or religious contexts.

• 彼かれは多おおくの人ひとに尊そん敬けいされる名めい僧そうだった。

  He was a celebrated priest respected by many people.

• この寺てらは昔むかし、名めい僧そうが住すんでいたことで知しられている。

  This temple is known for having been the residence of a noted priest long ago.