Definition of Bishop
Bishop
Bish·op


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(noun)
A high-ranking clergy member in some Christian churches.

e.g. The bishop led the congregation in a prayer of gratitude.

(noun)
each of the pair of playing pieces on each side of a game of chess that can move diagonally in any direction on the board;

e.g. She moved her bishop forward by three squares.

(noun)
a beverage that consists of port wine that has been warmed and spiced (mulled);

e.g. They sipped warm glasses of bishop as they talked.



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