Meaning Of The Word Pontifex
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Pontifex Meaning
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What's The Definition Of Pontifex?
pontifex in American English
in ancient Rome, a member of the supreme college of priests (Pontifical College) noun: a member of the Pontifical College, which was presided over by a chief priest (Pontifex Maximus) pontifex in British English noun: (in ancient Rome) any of the senior members of the Pontifical College, presided over by the Pontifex Maximus |
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