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Diocesan

Of or pertaining to a diocese; as, diocesan missions.

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Bishop 76% connected

A spiritual overseer, superintendent, or director.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Bishopric 74% connected

A diocese; the district over which the jurisdiction of a bishop extends.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Bishopric 74% connected

A diocese; the district over which the jurisdiction of a bishop extends.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Bishopric 66% connected

A diocese; the district over which the jurisdiction of a bishop extends.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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