bishop (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: [ˈbɪʃəp]
Definition
A senior Christian clergyman, typically one with jurisdiction over a diocese.
Examples
The bishop blessed the congregation and wished them well.
He was ordained as a bishop in the Anglican Church.
The bishop's sermon focused on the importance of faith and forgiveness.
How to Use bishop
- bishop of (prepositional phrase)
- Used to indicate the diocese or region a bishop presides over. — "The bishop of London gave a speech at the ceremony."
- consecrate as bishop (collocation)
- To officially ordain someone as a bishop. — "He was consecrated as bishop in a special ceremony."
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