archbishopry
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɑːrtʃ.bɪʃ.ə.pri/
Definition
The jurisdiction, office, or diocese of an archbishop, serving as a high-ranking bishop in a Christian church.
Examples
The archbishopry of York has a rich history dating back to the 7th century.
He was appointed to lead the vast archbishopry in the southern region.
How to Use archbishopry
- archbishopry of (collocation)
- Used to specify which archbishop's jurisdiction is being referred to. — "The archbishopry of Dublin plays a vital role in the Irish capital."
- archbishopry (noun)
- The territory or office of an archbishop. — "The new archbishopry was established to better serve the growing population."
Synonyms of archbishopry
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