apostolic delegate

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Noun apostolic delegate has 1 sense

apostolic delegate - (Roman Catholic Church) a representative of the Holy See in a country that has no formal diplomatic relations with it
--₁ is a kind of delegate

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Apostolic Delegate

Definition:

An apostolic delegate is a representative of the Pope, appointed to serve as a diplomatic envoy and ambassador to a particular country, region, or organization.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

A high-ranking official of the Catholic Church, appointed by the Pope, who acts as the Pope's representative and ambassador in matters of religious and diplomatic significance.

Example sentence: The apostolic delegate met with government officials to discuss religious freedom and cooperation between the Vatican and the country.

Sense 2 (Noun):

A title used in some Protestant denominations to refer to a person who is authorized to make official decisions or represent the church.

Example sentence: The apostolic delegate led the church council and made important decisions regarding the church's future direction.

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