patriarch
🇺🇸
/ˈpeɪtriɑːrk/
🇬🇧
/ˈpeɪtriɑːk/
noun
R
The main male figure in charge of a family or group.
The patriarch of the family was known for his wise decisions.
R
A respected older man, often seen as a leader or authority figure.
The old man was a patriarch in the community, guiding the young with his wisdom.
R
A high-ranking bishop in certain Christian churches, like the Orthodox or Roman Catholic Church.
The Patriarch of Constantinople is a significant religious leader.
translation
The main male figure in charge of a family or group.; A respected older man, often seen as a leader or authority figure.; A high-ranking bishop in certain Christian churches, like the Orthodox or Roman Catholic Church.
Word Forms
Plural
patriarchs