bishop

noun
/ˈbɪʃəp/

Meaning

a senior member of the Christian clergy, usually in charge of a diocese and empowered to confer holy orders.

Example Sentences

The bishop delivered a powerful sermon during Sunday service.

Example Expressions

move diagonally like a bishop

Synonyms

clergyman, priest, pastor, archbishop, prelate

Antonyms

layman, civilian

Collocations

Catholic bishop, Anglican bishop, bishop's palace, ordained bishop

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