Definition of pontifical Pontifical

/pɑntɪˈfʌkʌl/ - [pantifukul] - pon•tif•i•cal

We found 14 definitions of pontifical from 5 different sources.

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What does pontifical mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: pontificals

pontifical - the vestments and other insignia of a pontiff (especially a bishop)
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  • pontifical (Noun)
    A book containing the offices, or formulas, used by a pontiff.
  • pontifical (Adjective)
    Of or pertaining to a pontiff.
  • pontifical (Adjective)
    Of or pertaining to a bishop; episcopal.
  • pontifical (Adjective)
    Of or pertaining to a pope; papal.
  • pontifical (Adjective)
    Pompous, dignified or dogmatic.
  • pontifical (Adjective)
    Of or pertaining to the pontifices of Ancient Rome .
  • pontifical (Adjective)
    Of or relating to the building of bridges.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • pontifical (a.)
    Of or pertaining to a pontiff, or high priest; as, pontifical authority; hence, belonging to the pope; papal.
  • pontifical (a.)
    Of or pertaining to the building of bridges.
  • pontifical (n.)
    A book containing the offices, or formulas, used by a pontiff.
  • pontifical (n.)
    The dress and ornaments of a pontiff.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • pontifical
    Of or relating to a pontiff.

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