legate
an ecclesiastic delegated by the pope as his representative.
Roman History.
an assistant to a general or to a consul or magistrate, in the government of any army or a province; a commander of a legion.
a provincial governor of senatorial rank appointed by the emperor.
an envoy or emissary.
Origin of legate
1Other words from legate
- leg·ate·ship, noun
- un·der·leg·ate, noun
Words Nearby legate
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How to use legate in a sentence
If not, let the full powers of an ambassador be sent to the cardinal legate at Paris; in any case, let there be an end to menaces.
The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte | William Milligan SloaneShe had disdained to make terms for herself, so the legate cast Marzia and her children into prison.
Female Warriors, Vol. I (of 2) | Ellen C. ClaytonBefore he came forward to meet her, he observed the legate walking swiftly after her, so he remained hidden.
Robert Annys: Poor Priest | Annie Nathan MeyerThe legate smiled, a cold, hard smile, fully master of himself again.
Robert Annys: Poor Priest | Annie Nathan MeyerHe ordered the legate therefore to be detained in Flanders till his threats had obtained from the Pope an order for his recall.
History of the English People | John Richard Green
British Dictionary definitions for legate
/ (ˈlɛɡɪt) /
a messenger, envoy, or delegate
RC Church an emissary to a foreign state representing the Pope
Origin of legate
1Derived forms of legate
- legateship, noun
- legatine (ˈlɛɡəˌtaɪn), adjective
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