The office and dignity of the pope, or pontiff, of Rome; papal jurisdiction.
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of Authority
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The act of governing; the exercise of authority; the administration of laws; control; direction; regulation; as, civil, church, or family government.
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Mode or system of rule or management; character of government, or of the prevailing social system.
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A high priest.
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Any ecclesiastic, esp. a bishop.
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The state or dignity of a high priest; specifically, the office of the pope.
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