Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a pope or the papacy

“The papal palace in the Vatican City is a beautiful example of Renaissance architecture.”

2. noun

a member of the Roman Catholic Church who is a member of the College of Cardinals and is eligible to be elected pope

“The papal conclave is a secret process for electing a new pope.”

3. noun

the authority or jurisdiction of the pope or the papacy

“The papal decree was issued to resolve the controversy within the Catholic Church.”