The Biblical book of the Acts of the Apostles.

plural of laying on of hands

Alternative letter-case form of Bishop of Rome

plural of vicar of Christ

plural of bishop of Rome

plural of Vicar of Christ

A connected series of measurements, by means of a level, along a given line, such as that of a railroad, to ascertain the profile of the ground.

(dated) An account given by the seller to the buyer of several items, with the price of each.

A symbol of impending vengeance, especially in reference to the Last Judgment.

(law) The doctrine, widely recognized in international law, that, outside of narrow territorial limits, the oceans are open to unhindered navigation by vessels of all countries.