Lambeth degree

noun

, Anglican Church.

1. an honorary degree conferred by the archbishop of Canterbury in divinity, arts, law, medicine, or music.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Lambeth degree¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

He received the Lambeth degree of D.D. in 1853, and the honorary degrees of D.C.L. from Trinity College, Toronto, and D.D. from the University of Lennoxville in 1854.

From Project Gutenberg

He composed no great work, but was the author of a number of pleasing anthems, and of the hymn, “Come hither, angel tongues invite,” which, it was understood, gained for him his Lambeth degree of Doctor of Music, conferred upon him by the Archbishop of Canterbury. 

From Project Gutenberg