CATHEDRAL

n. a.

4 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)

1.
n.

The principal church in a diocese, so called because in it the bishop has his official chair (Cathedra) or throne.

2.
a.

Pertaining to the head church of a diocese; as, a cathedral church; cathedral service.

3.
a.

Emanating from the chair of office, as of a pope or bishop; official; authoritative. Now, what solemnity can be more required for the pope to make a cathedral determination of an article! Jer. Taylor.

4.
a.

Resembling the aisles of a cathedral; as, cathedral walks. Pope.

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