vatican
noun · adjective
Simple meaning
The official residence of the Pope within Vatican City, the Vatican or Apostolic Palace.
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Definition
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noun
The official residence of the Pope within Vatican City, the Vatican or Apostolic Palace.
metonymic
The papal government; the papacy, the Holy See.
The Vatican Hill in Rome, where the palace and Vatican City are located.
adjective
Relating to the Vatican City state.
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