Definition of vicariate Vicariate

vi•car•i•ate

We found 5 definitions of vicariate from 4 different sources.

What does vicariate mean?

Noun Plural: vicariates
vicariate - the religious institution under the authority of a vicar
		vicarship
		institution, establishment an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated

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vicariate (a.)
Having delegated power, as a vicar; vicarious.
vicariate (n.)
Delegated office or power; vicarship; the office or oversight of a vicar.