pon·tif·i·cal (p n-t f -k l)adj. 1. Relating to, characteristic of, or suitable for a pontiff. 2. Pompously dogmatic or self-important; pretentious. n. 1. pontificals The vestments and insignia of a bishop. 2. A book of forms for ceremonies performed by a bishop. [Middle English, from Old French, from Latin pontific  lis, of a pontifex, from pontifex, pontific-, pontifex; see pontifex.]pon·tif i·cal·ly adv. |
pontificals [pɒnˈtɪfɪkəlz]
pl n
(Christianity / Roman Catholic Church) Chiefly RC Church the insignia and special vestments worn by a bishop, esp when celebrating High Mass
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