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Pontifical

A book containing the offices, or formulas, used by a pontiff.

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📖 Definitions of "Pontifical"

noun
  1. 1

    A book containing the offices, or formulas, used by a pontiff.

adjective
  1. 1

    Of or pertaining to a pontiff.

  2. 2

    Pompous, dignified or dogmatic.

  3. 3

    Splendid; magnificent.

  4. 4

    Of or pertaining to the pontifices of Ancient Rome.

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