arzobispo
archbishop
noun ahr-soh-BEES-poh Rare
Origin: From Greek arkhi- ('chief') + Latin episcopus ('bishop').
Usage Note
Arzobispo heads an archidiócesis (archdiocese), ranking above a obispo (bishop) in the Catholic hierarchy. The feminine arzobispa exists but is rarely used in the Catholic Church. The title of address is Su Eminencia for a cardinal-archbishop or Monseñor for others.
Examples
"El arzobispo celebró la misa de Navidad en la catedral."
Natural Translation
The archbishop celebrated the Christmas Mass in the cathedral.

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