cobishop

/kɒˈbɪʃəp/

Definitions

1. noun

A bishop in the Church of England or a similar church who is also the lord of the manor in a particular area.

“The cobishop was expected to serve both as a spiritual leader and a local administrator.”

2. proper noun

A title or name of a specific cobishop, especially one in the Church of England.

“Bishop of Winchester and Cobishop of Hampshire”

Synonyms

  • bishop
  • prelate

Antonyms

  • layman