Bishopric (Noun)
Meaning
The territorial jurisdiction of a bishop.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The bishopric of Rome is one of the oldest and most prestigious bishoprics in the world.
- During the 19th century, the bishopric of Canterbury was at the forefront of the Anglo-Catholic movement.
- The bishopric of York has a long and storied history, dating back to the 7th century.
- After the Reformation, the bishopric of London was re-established as a Protestant see.
- The bishopric of Oxford has played a significant role in shaping English theology and spirituality.