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domestic prelate

–noun Roman Catholic Church.
an honorary distinction conferred by the Holy See upon clergy, entitling them to some of the privileges of a bishop.

Origin:
1925–30
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domestic prelate  
n.   Roman Catholic Church
A priest who is an honorary member of the papal household.
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