monsignor

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun (Roman Catholic Church) an ecclesiastical title of honor bestowed on some priests

Etymology

From Italian monsignore, from signore under influence from Middle French monseigneur. Doublet of monseigneur and monsieur.

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