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conclave

/ˈkɒn.kleɪv/

Meanings
  • A secret meeting or conference of the College of Cardinals to elect a new pope.

    - "The cardinals gathered in conclave to elect a new pope."
    - "The election of a new pope is a solemn occasion that takes place in conclave."

Rhymes
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conclave , grave , pave , save , rave
Homophones
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  1. conclave, con clave


Variants
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conclave , conclaves
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conclave (noun), conclave (verb), conclave (adjective)


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From the Latin word 'conclāvus', meaning 'a place where a secret conference or meeting is held'.


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  1. Papal conclave: A secret gathering of the College of Cardinals to elect a new pope.


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In the Catholic Church, a conclave is a secret meeting of the College of Cardinals to elect a new pope. The conclave is held in a specially designated location, such as the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City.

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