Definitions

1. verb

to invest with episcopal dignity or powers; to make or constitute a bishop

“The church council decided to episcopize the newly appointed priest, giving him bishop’s powers.”

2. verb

to subject to episcopal government or control

“The diocese was episcopized by the bishop, who brought order to the chaotic community.”

3. noun

the act of investing with episcopal dignity or powers

“The episcopization of the priest was a significant event in the church’s history.”