prelature

• Nom désignant l'ensemble des prélats, ou la charge, le rang ou la juridiction d'un prélat dans la hiérarchie religieuse.

A noun referring to the collective body of prelates, or the office, rank, or jurisdiction of a prelate within a religious hierarchy.

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1. Collective body of prelatesC2formal

   The group or body of high-ranking clergy members, such as bishops or archbishops, considered collectively.

   Collège des prélats

   • The prelature gathered for the annual synod.
   • Decisions made by the prelature affect the entire diocese.
   • The prelature's authority extends over several regions.

   Synonymesepiscopateprelacy

2. Office or rank of a prelateC2formal

   The position, dignity, or jurisdiction held by a high-ranking church official.

   Prélature (charge de prélat)

   • He was elevated to the prelature after years of service.
   • The prelature carries significant responsibilities within the church hierarchy.
   • She studied the history of the prelature in medieval Europe.

   Synonymesprelacy