mitre
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈmaɪtər/
Definition
A tall, folding ceremonial headdress worn by bishops and certain abbots as a symbol of their office.
Examples
The bishop placed his ornate mitre on the altar before beginning the prayer.
Historical portraits often depict church leaders wearing a gold-embroidered mitre.
During the procession, the weight of the tall mitre made it difficult for the elderly bishop to walk.
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