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1. (n.) bishopric
the see, diocese, or office of a bishop.
Etymology: (bef. 900; ME bisshoprike, OE biscoprīce)
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1. (noun) diocese, bishopric, episcopate
the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop
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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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