Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bishopric
noun
/ˈbɪʃəprɪk/
Definition
The office or rank of a bishop, or the district under a bishop’s jurisdiction.
Examples
- The bishopric of Canterbury has a rich history.
- He was appointed to the bishopric after many years of service in the church.
- Many changes occurred in the bishopric due to the new leadership.
Meaning
A bishopric refers to the area or diocese ruled by a bishop, as well as the position itself.
Synonyms
- diocese
- episcopate
- see
