Curia

//ˈkjuːɹi.ə// name, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any of the subdivisions of a tribe in ancient Rome historical
  2. 2
    (Roman Catholic Church) the central administration governing the Roman Catholic Church wordnet
  3. 3
    The Roman senate during the republic historical
  4. 4
    Any of several medieval councils or courts of justice historical
Proper Noun
  1. 1
    The central administration of the Roman Catholic Church.

Synonyms

All synonyms
boardcouncilforuminquisitionjudicaturejudiciary

Etymology

Etymology 1

Borrowed from Latin curia.

Etymology 2

From Latin curia (“a court”).

Related phrases

roman catholic church

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