archidiaconal

adjective

ar·chi·di·ac·o·nal ˌär-ki-dī-ˈa-kə-nᵊl

: of or relating to an archdeacon

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin archidiaconus archdeacon

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of archidiaconal was in the 15th century

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“Archidiaconal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/archidiaconal. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.

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