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diocesan

Diocesan (noun) means the bishop of a diocese.

noun
1
The bishop of a diocese.
2
An inhabitant of a diocese.
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Etymology

From Middle French diocesain.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of diocesan?

"diocesan" (noun) means the bishop of a diocese.

What are the different meanings of diocesan?

"diocesan" has 2 main meanings: 1. The bishop of a diocese; 2. An inhabitant of a diocese.

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