Pius XII

/ˈpaɪəs/
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Definitions of Pius XII
  1. noun
    pope who maintained neutrality during World War II and was later criticized for not aiding the Jews who were persecuted by Hitler (1876-1958)
    synonyms: Eugenio Pacelli
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    Bishop of Rome, Catholic Pope, Holy Father, Roman Catholic Pope, Vicar of Christ, pontiff, pope
    the head of the Roman Catholic Church
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