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bishopric in German

bishopric in German is Bistum, Diözese — bishopric means the area that a bishop is in charge of within a church.

bishopric in German

Bistum
noun
A diocese or region of a church which a bishop governs.
Diözese
noun
A diocese or region of a church which a bishop governs.

What does "bishopric" mean?

  1. noun The area that a bishop is in charge of within a church.
    "Later that year, he was appointed to the bishopric of Lindesmeere."
  2. noun The position or role of being a bishop.
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bishopric in a sentence

  • Later that year, he was appointed to the bishopric of Lindesmeere.
  • Wiltshire actually comes from Wiltonshire, for Wilton was once a county town, royal residence and bishopric - a place of significance.

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What is "bishopric" in German?
"bishopric" in German is Bistum, Diözese. bishopric means: The area that a bishop is in charge of within a church.
Are there other ways to say "bishopric" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "bishopric": Bistum, Diözese.
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