how to sign the word acolytus

To sign the word “acolytus,” use the American Sign Language (ASL) alphabet to spell out each letter, starting with the letter “a” and ending with the letter “s.” Then, make the sign for “clergy” or “church” by placing the fingertips of your dominant hand on your non-dominant hand and moving them down in a sweeping motion. This represents the role of an acolyte, or assistant in a religious ceremony.