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Meaning of ablegate in English:

ablegate

Pronunciation /ˈablɪɡeɪt/ /ˈablɪɡət/

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noun

Roman Catholic Church

  • An envoy of the Holy See who brings the insignia of office to a newly appointed cardinal.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Times. Either from French ablégat, or from classical Latin ablegātus, past participle of ablegāre. Compare Italian ablegato.