Diocese (Noun)
Meaning
The territorial jurisdiction of a bishop.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The archbishop has traveled extensively throughout his diocese to meet with local parishioners.
- She was appointed as the first female bishop of the diocese, a historic breakthrough.
- The newly ordained priest was assigned to a parish within the diocese of Chicago.
- The bishop's residence was located at the heart of the diocese, accessible to all.
- The diocese of Rome is one of the oldest and most prestigious in the world.