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    L'évêque (en. The bishop)

    /levɛk/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Ecclesiastical title designating the leader of a diocese.
    The bishop celebrated Mass in the cathedral.
    L'évêque a célébré la messe dans la cathédrale.
    Religious authority having power over other priests.
    The bishop has the power to ordain new priests.
    L'évêque a le pouvoir d'ordonner des nouveaux prêtres.
    Responsible for the spiritual administration of a Christian community.
    The bishop visited the parishes of his diocese.
    L'évêque a visité les paroisses de son diocèse.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'episcopus', which means 'overseer'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the church and the bishop
    The relationship between the church and its spiritual leaders.
    l'église et l'évêque
    the authority of the bishop
    The power exercised by the bishop over the local church.
    l'autorité de l'évêque
    the diocese of the bishop
    Religious region under the responsibility of a bishop.
    le diocèse de l'évêque

    Related Words

    diocese
    Territory under the jurisdiction of a bishop.
    diocèse
    priest
    Clergy of the Church responsible for celebrating the sacraments.
    prêtre
    church
    Community of believers united by the Christian faith.
    glise

    Slang Meanings

    A bishop in common language can refer to a person of high authority or respect.
    This team leader is a real bishop in the office.
    Ce chef d'équipe est un vrai évêque dans le bureau.
    Sometimes used to describe someone who always meddles in other people's affairs.
    He thinks of himself as the bishop by giving his opinion on everything.
    Il se prend pour l'évêque en donnant son avis sur tout.