archconfraternity

arch·con·fra·ter·ni·ty

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Definitions of archconfraternity word

noun plural archconfraternity a confraternity having the right to associate itself with confraternities that are similar to it, and to impart to them its privileges and indulgences. 1
noun archconfraternity (ecclesiastical) A religious confraternity that, as a special concession of the Holy See, can join with, and extend privileges with other similar brotherhoods. 0

before 1630

One of the 42% oldest English words

From the Italian word arciconfraternità, dating back to 1630-40. See arch-1, confraternity

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 6% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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