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 Definitions of bishopric  [ˈbɪʃ əp rɪk]  

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Definition of 'bishopric' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) bishopric
the see, diocese, or office of a bishop.

Etymology:  (bef. 900; ME bisshoprike, OE biscoprīce)

Definition of 'bishopric' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) diocese, bishopric, episcopate
the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop


Definition of 'bishopric' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) bishopric
a diocese; the district over which the jurisdiction of a bishop extends

2. (noun) bishopric
the office of a spiritual overseer, as of an apostle, bishop, or presbyter



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