BISHOP

Bishop

A bishop is an ordained or consecrated member of the Christian clergy who is generally entrusted with a position of authority and oversight.

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bishop

Noun

  1. A high-ranking official in the Catholic church who governs a diocese, or a similar official in other denominations and religions. (Occasionally abbreviated as when used as a title.)
  2. A piece that may be moved only diagonally.
  3. A spiritual overseer, superintendent, or director.
  4. A drink made from wine, oranges or lemons, and sugar.
  5. A woman's bustle.
  6. Penis .

Verb

  1. To admit into the church by confirmation; to confirm.

Verb (etymology 2)

  1. To make (a horse) seem younger, by cutting its teeth short, then scooping out an oval cavity in the corner nippers and burning it black with a hot iron.


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