Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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papal bull | Yes | No | No | No |
decree | Yes | No | Yes | No |
papal bull (noun) | decree (noun) |
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a formal proclamation issued by the pope (usually written in antiquated characters and sealed with a leaden bulla) | a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) |
papal bull (verb) | decree (verb) |
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decide with authority | |
issue a decree |