How Do You Spell DIOCESAN?

Pronunciation: [dɪˈə͡ʊssən] (IPA)

The word "diocesan" is spelled with the letters D-I-O-C-E-S-A-N. It is pronounced /ˌdaɪəˈsiːzən/. The first syllable "dio" is pronounced like "die" and the second syllable "ce" is pronounced like "see". The stress is on the second syllable. "Diocesan" refers to something relating to a diocese, the area under the jurisdiction of a bishop. It is commonly used in religious contexts, like "diocesan bishop" or "diocesan conference". Paying attention to spelling and pronunciation can help us effectively communicate our intended meaning.

DIOCESAN Meaning and Definition

1. Diocesan is an adjective that relates to or pertains to a diocese. A diocese is a region or territory under the jurisdiction of a bishop in the Christian Church. It is a geographical area that is divided for administrative purposes, typically by ecclesiastical boundaries. The term diocesan describes or refers to anything associated with, characteristic of, or related to a diocese.

   In the context of the Christian Church, diocesan often refers to the bishop who has authority over a specific diocese. This bishop is responsible for overseeing the spiritual and administrative affairs within that designated region. They may be responsible for the appointments and supervision of clergy, as well as the overall governance and decision-making within the diocese.

   Additionally, diocesan can also refer to organizations, institutions, or activities that are specific to or affiliated with a diocese. For instance, a diocesan school would be a school that is operated under the authority or sponsorship of a particular diocese. Similarly, diocesan conferences, programs, or initiatives would be events or activities organized by or associated with the leadership of a diocese.

   Overall, diocesan describes anything that is connected to the governance, structure, or activities within a diocese, primarily in relation to the Christian Church.

2. • A bishop; one who holds a diocese.

   • Of or belonging to a diocese.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for DIOCESAN *

• diocean 20%
• diocescan 20%
• diocesean 20%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for DIOCESAN

• diocesis
• dioces
• dioceasan
• dyocesan
• diocesen
• diecioan
• dicusan
• diecean
• dioteian
• dioecean
• Diocksin

Etymology of DIOCESAN

The word "diocesan" comes from the Late Latin term "diocesan(us)" which means "of a diocese" or "belonging to a diocese". It is derived from the Latin word "dioecesis", which in turn originates from the Greek word "dioikesis" meaning "administration" or "government". "Dioecesis" was initially used in the context of the Roman Empire to refer to an administrative district, and later evolved to specifically denote a particular area under the jurisdiction of a bishop. The term "diocesan" eventually developed in English and other languages to describe something related to or pertaining to a bishop or a diocese.

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