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prel·ate
prelate
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- pronunciation:
- pre
liht
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
a church official of high rank, such as a bishop.
The prelate was pleased with his visit to the parish church. |
related words: |
cardinal, divine |
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derivations: |
prelatic (adj.), prelateship (n.) |
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