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nuncio

 

[ หˆnสŒn. si.oสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious messenger

A nuncio is a diplomatic representative of the Holy See. Typically, a nuncio is an archbishop and is authorized to communicate between the Vatican and a specific locality. The role often involves being the Pope's personal representative and overseeing ecclesiastical matters within the jurisdiction. Nuncios may also engage in diplomatic relations and play a role in promoting the Church's interests worldwide.

Synonyms

ambassador, envoy, representative

Examples of usage

  • The nuncio attended the ceremony to represent the Vatican.
  • As a nuncio, he was responsible for building relationships with local bishops.
  • The nuncio delivered a message of peace during the conference.

Translations

Translations of the word "nuncio" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nรบncio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅ‚เคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Nuntius

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ utusan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพัะปะฐะฝะตั†ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nuncjusz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŒใƒณใƒใ‚ช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nuncio

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nuncio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nuncio

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ˆ„๋‹ˆ์‹œ์˜ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ูˆู†ุณูŠูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nuncio

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nuncio

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฝฟ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nuncio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nuncio

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝัƒะฝั†ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒฃแƒœแƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nuncio

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nuncio

Word origin

The term 'nuncio' comes from the Latin word 'nuncius', meaning 'messenger' or 'envoy'. Historically, the role of a nuncio has evolved since the Middle Ages, where representatives of the Pope were sent to various courts to relay messages and maintain relations. During this period, the papal nuncio became an important figure for not just spiritual matters but also for political diplomacy. As the Enlightenment progressed, the importance of the nuncio grew, reflecting the Church's engagement in global affairs. The role was formalized in the 19th century, with nuncios taking on more significant diplomatic responsibilities on behalf of the Vatican. With time, the term became synonymous with the delegation established by the Vatican in various nations.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,810, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.