Tigline is a term that refers to a traditional Irish bishop's staff. The word is spelled phonetically as /ˈtɪɡlaɪn/. The first syllable "tig" is similar to the word "tick" and the second syllable "line" is pronounced like "line" with a long "i" sound. The "-gline" ending is derived from Gaelic, which is commonly seen in traditional Irish names and terms. While the term Tigline may not be familiar to everyone, it is still used in certain religious contexts within Ireland.