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pope-woo

Definition:

A term referring to the practice of attempting to win favor or influence from the Pope or the papal hierarchy through various means.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun - Pope-woo
• Verb - Pope-woo

Senses:

Noun:

1. The act of seeking favor from the Pope or the papal hierarchy.

Verb:

1. To try to win favor or influence from the Pope or the papal hierarchy through various means.

Usages:

Popular:

Many ambitious politicians engage in pope-woo to gain support from the Vatican.

Local:

In the small town, residents often engage in pope-woo to secure donations for the local parish.

Examples:

Noun:

1. His relentless pope-woo paid off when he received an audience with the Pope.

Verb:

1. The foreign ambassador tried to pope-woo His Holiness by presenting him with an extravagant gift.

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