bischop

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Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Old English bisċop, from Latin episcopus.

Pronunciation

Noun

bischop (plural bischoppes)

  1. bishop (clergy member that heads a diocese)
  2. A clergy member ranking a bishop or higher.
  3. A high priest or other ranking non-Christian religious official.
  4. (by extension) Any spiritual leader.

Descendants

  • English: bishop (see there for further descendants)
  • Scots: bishop

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