prelaty

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The system of ecclesiastic governance by prelates or bishops; episcopacy, prelacy.

Pronunciation

/ˈpɹɛləti/

Word forms

prelaty

Etymology

From Late Latin praelatia.

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