(Oxford University, historical) The former principal executive council of the University of Oxford, replaced in 2000.

(Christianity) A church council to which bishops from the entire world are invited, held by Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Christians to be infallible in its decisions on faith and morals when certain conditions are met.

Archaic spelling of ecumenical council.

Alternative spelling of ecumenical council

The permanent international peacekeeping organ of the United Nations.

(US) A council that coordinates the domestic policy-making process in the White House and offers policy advice to the President

(cricket) the governing body that organizes world cricket

(politics, UK) The fourth of the Great Officers of State of England.

One of the six principal organs of the United Nations, dedicated to coordinate global economical and social affairs.