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

  • (..) ...with old odd ends stolen forth from holy writ... ...and seem a saint, when most I play the devil. Oh, please, have mercy. Oh, not tonight, Bishop. Well, then. Children's hour at the abbey. - What the...? - This is Surveillance . We have an emergency. (..)
    2005 V for Vendetta
  • (..) - Yeah, Father Lilliman. - Lilliman. - Was paid almost grand a month. Now, that is interesting. Looks like he was promoted. He's a bishop now. - Your Grace. - Oh, Denis. - Has everything been arranged? - Yes. I've just received your InterLink itinerary. (..)
    2005 V for Vendetta