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Vocabulary Entry
bishop
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A senior Christian clergyman, typically in charge of a diocese and responsible for overseeing clergy.
Example Sentences
"The bishop presided over the ceremony."
"She was appointed as the first female bishop in her diocese."
"The bishop addressed the congregation on the importance of charity."
V
verb
To promote to the rank of bishop, typically in a religious context.
Example Sentences
"He was bished after years of dedicated service."
"The church decided to bishop the candidate at the next ceremony."
"They planned to bishop him during the annual meeting."