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Consistory

UK
/kənˈsɪstəri/
US
/kənˈsɪstəri/
ru

Translation consistory into russian

consistory
Noun
raiting
UK
/kənˈsɪstəri/
US
/kənˈsɪstəri/
The bishop called a meeting of the consistory to discuss church matters.
Епископ созвал заседание консистории для обсуждения церковных дел.

Definitions

consistory
Noun
raiting
UK
/kənˈsɪstəri/
US
/kənˈsɪstəri/
A council or assembly, particularly in certain Christian churches, where ecclesiastical matters are discussed and decisions are made.
The bishop called a consistory to address the issues facing the diocese.
A formal meeting of the College of Cardinals in the Roman Catholic Church, often for the purpose of appointing new cardinals.
The Pope announced a consistory to elevate several bishops to the rank of cardinal.

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