boy bishop en · NOUN
Meanings
- A boy appointed to a bishopric; a very young bishop.
- (historical) In many mediaeval English cathedrals and other collegiate institutions, a boy elected to act or parody the role of a bishop for a part of the Christmas period (traditionally from St Nicholas' Day to Innocents' Day).
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| boy bishops | Number=Plur | lexicographic |