noun
bishopric
Bishopric (noun) means a diocese: a region in which a bishop of a church governs.
noun
1
A diocese: a region in which a bishop of a church governs.
2
The office or function of a bishop.
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Etymology
From Middle English bischopriche, from Old English bisċoprīċe, equivalent to bishop + -ric (compare German Reich).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of bishopric?
"bishopric" (noun) means a diocese: a region in which a bishop of a church governs.
What are the different meanings of bishopric?
"bishopric" has 2 main meanings: 1. A diocese: a region in which a bishop of a church governs; 2. The office or function of a bishop.