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Monseigneur: meaning, definitions and examples

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monseigneur

 

[ mษ’n.sษ™n.jษœr ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

title of honor

Monseigneur is a French title of honor and respect, typically used to address or refer to a high-ranking member of the clergy, especially in the Catholic Church. It is often granted to bishops and archbishops in recognition of their status within the church hierarchy. In broader usage, it can denote respect and might be applied to other figures of authority in certain contexts. The term conveys both reverence and courtesy when addressing someone of significant importance.

Synonyms

archbishop, bishop, your excellency

Examples of usage

  • Monseigneur acceded to the throne after the death of his predecessor.
  • The congregation warmly welcomed Monseigneur at the annual gathering.
  • Monseigneur spoke eloquently about compassion and service.

Translations

Translations of the word "monseigneur" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น monsenhor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‰เคจเฅเคธเฅ€เคจเฅเคนเฅ‹เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Monsignore

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Monsinyur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะฝัะตะฝัŒะนะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ monsignore

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒขใƒณใ‚ทใƒ‹ใƒงใƒผใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท monseigneur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ monsieur

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท monsenyรถr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ชฌ์‹œ๋‰ด์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูˆู†ุณูŠู†ูŠูˆุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monsignore

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ monsignore

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธปๆ•™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ monsignore

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ monsignore

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะฝัะตะฝัŒะนะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒกแƒ˜แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monsinyor

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ monsiรฑor

Word origin

The term 'monseigneur' originates from the Old French 'monseigneur,' which combines 'mon' (my) and 'seigneur' (lord or master). The use of 'seigneur' as a title dates back to the feudal system in medieval France, where it denoted a person of noble rank or feudal lord. Over time, 'monseigneur' evolved to specifically address religious authorities, especially in the Catholic Church, during the 12th century. The term reflects both the reverence held for these figures and the hierarchical structure of the church. It became more prevalent during the periods of significant ecclesiastical influence in European society. Though less commonly used in modern times, it remains an important cultural and historical reference, particularly in the context of French-speaking regions and Catholic traditions.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,040 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.