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

  • (..) our church tonight. Of course, Father. But so late? Wouldn't tomorrow...? This is a request from an important bishop of Opus Dei. It would be my pleasure. There's been an accident. A friend. I have to fly home in the morning. I see. Is there a restroom I could use? I just (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code
  • (..) to Opus Dei as "God's mafia"? Obviously, some people fear what they don't understand. And because the war finally draws to a close. -Bishop, we need to stay on message. -That will be all, Michael, thank you. Aringarosa. Silas has succeeded. The legend is true. It hides beneath the Rose. (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code