Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mitre
noun
/ˈmaɪtə/
Definition
A headdress worn by bishops and some other clergy, shaped like a tall hat with two points.
Examples
- The bishop adorned his head with a golden mitre during the ceremony.
- The traditional mitre was beautifully embroidered with religious symbols.
- During the procession, the mitre gleamed in the sunlight, highlighting the bishop’s prominence.
Meaning
In a religious context, a mitre symbolizes the authority of a bishop and is often worn during services and ceremonies.
Synonyms
- bishop’s hat
- papal tiara
