papal nuncio

/ˌpeɪpəl ˌnʌnsiˈoʊ/
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Other forms: papal nuncios

Definitions of papal nuncio
  1. noun
    (Roman Catholic Church) a diplomatic representative of the Pope having ambassadorial status
    synonyms: nuncio
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    type of:
    diplomat, diplomatist
    an official engaged in international negotiations
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