papacy

Translations

papacynoun
papacies
pl
The papacy has a significant influence on the Catholic Church.
Папство оказывает значительное влияние на католическую церковь.
Synonyms
Holy See
papal office
papal authority

Definitions

papacynoun
The office or authority of the Pope in the Roman Catholic Church.
The papacy has played a significant role in shaping the history of Europe.
The period during which a particular Pope is in office.
The papacy of Pope John Paul II was marked by significant global influence.
The system of ecclesiastical government headed by the Pope; the papal institution.
Throughout history, the medieval papacy wielded considerable political power across Europe.