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Definition of prelacy - 2 dictionary results

prel⋅a⋅cy

  [prel-uh-see]
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–noun, plural -cies.
1. the office or dignity of a prelate.
2. the order of prelates.
3. the body of prelates collectively.
4. Sometimes Disparaging. the system of church government by prelates.
Origin:
1275–1325; ME prelacie < AF < ML praelātia. See prelate, -y 3
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prel·a·cy   (prěl'ə-sē)   
n.   pl. prel·a·cies

    1. The office or station of a prelate.

    2. Prelates considered as a group. Also called prelature.

  2. Church government administrated by prelates.

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