Meaning Of The Word Pontifex

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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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