bishop

Definition

  • noun: an official in some Christian religions who is ranked higher than a priest and who is usually in charge of church matters in a specific geographical area
  • noun: one having spiritual or ecclesiastical supervision
  • synonyms: confirm, prelate, pontifex

Examples

  • Roman Catholic 'bishops'

  • the 'Bishop' of New York

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Let the children have fun without bringing in the Spanish Inquisition. My lips are buttoned, right now. I do know another joke about the Nun and the full standing bishop. - Stop - That wasn't me. I'm leaving the table if you tell another joke. Whoo! (..)
    2004 The Notebook
  • (..) "Daddy, I don't understand." He goes, "Well, in theory, we're both millionaires, but in reality, we live with a bunch of whores." Bishop Stevens told me that. Olivier, please remove the... the liquor decanter from in front of my husband. I think he's had a little too much to drink. (..)
    2004 The Notebook