Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conego
Noun
/ˈkɒn.ɪ.ɡoʊ/
Definition
A term used in Portuguese that refers to a type of cleric, especially in the context of the Catholic Church, specifically a canon or a cleric holding a position in a cathedral.
Examples
- The conego officiated at the Sunday service.
- He was appointed as a conego in the local cathedral.
Meaning
In religious contexts, ‘conego’ signifies a member of the clergy who may also have duties related to the management of ecclesiastical affairs.
Synonyms
- Canon
- Cleric
- Prelate