Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Vatican City
Proper noun
/ˈvætɪkən ˈsɪti/
Definition
Vatican City is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Italy. It is the smallest country in the world by both area and population.
Examples
- The Pope resides in Vatican City.
- Visitors flock to Vatican City to see St. Peter’s Basilica.
- Vatican City is known for its art and architecture, especially the Sistine Chapel.
Meaning
Vatican City serves as the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church and is the residence of the Pope.
Synonyms
- Holy See
- Vatican
