Diocese
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈdaɪ.ə.sɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Diocese is a noun meaning (Christianity) An ecclesiastical territory administered by a bishop.
Meaning
(Christianity) An ecclesiastical territory administered by a bishop.
More Meanings
- (historical) An administrative division of the later Roman Empire, established by the Herodian tetrarchy.
Word Forms
- dioceses
- diocesse
Synonyms for diocese
Depending on context, synonyms include bishopric.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bishopric, archdiocese, metropolitan, parish, see, bk.
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