Definition of EPISCOPATE

episcopate

Meanings

Plural: episcopates

Noun

  • the term of office of a bishop
  • the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop
  • the collective body of bishops
  • the office and dignity of a bishop
  • Bishops seen as a group.
  • The tenure in office of a bishop.
  • A bishop's jurisdiction, the extent of his diocese.

Verb

  • To act as a bishop.

Origin / Etymology

From Late Latin episcopatus, from Latin episcopus, from Ancient Greek ἐπίσκοπος (epískopos, “watching over”).

Scrabble Score: 16

episcopate is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
episcopate is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
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Words With Friends Score: 19

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