pontiff
/ˈpɒntɪf/
pontiff
English
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Definition
A member of the most illustrious of the colleges of priests of the Roman religion, the College of Pontiffs; a pontifex.
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French pontife m, from Latin pontifex m. Doublet of pontifex.
Example Sentences
- "In several respects John turned out to be an unexpected figure as supreme pontiff."
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