bishopric

noun
UK: /ˈbɪʃəprɪk/
US: /ˈbɪʃəprɪk/

  1. The area controlled by a bishop in some religions.

    1. The bishopric covers several towns near the river. [ ] [ ]
    2. The borders of the bishopric have shifted throughout history depending on political alliances. [ ] [ ]

  2. The office or position of a bishop.

    1. His bishopric was marked by important changes in the diocese. [ ] [ ]
    2. After years of service, she was elevated to the bishopric, leading a large congregation. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

diocese see

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "bishopric" in English means: The area controlled by a bishop in some religions., The office or position of a bishop..

The phonetic transcription of "bishopric" is /ˈbɪʃəprɪk/ in British English and /ˈbɪʃəprɪk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "bishopric": diocese, see.

Example usage of "bishopric": "The bishopric covers several towns near the river.". More examples on the page.