Monsignor (en. Monsignor)
/mɔ̃.si.ɲɔʁ/
Synonyms
- ecclésiastique
- seigneur
- dignitaire
- évêque
- prélat
Slang Meanings
Familiar usage to refer to a respected priest.
He is considered a monsignor of the neighborhood; everyone admires him.
Il est considéré comme un monsignor du quartier, tout le monde l'admire.
Term of respect sometimes used sarcastically.
He made remarks worthy of a monsignor during the meeting.
Il a fait des remarques dignes d'un monsignor pendant la réunion.