capitular

/kæpɪˈtjuːlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the capital city; of or relating to a head or chief city

“The capitular style of architecture is inspired by ancient Roman buildings.”

2. noun

a person who is head of a city or town; a chief or head of a community or town

“The capitular of the city was responsible for implementing new policies.”

3. noun

a document or collection of documents issued by a council or synod, especially one of the early Christian church

“The capitulars of the 8th century played a significant role in shaping medieval European law.”

Synonyms

  • capital
  • head

Antonyms

  • peripheral
  • subordinate