"Dignitary" is a word in LAW AND LEGAL, ENGLISH
RY. In canon law.- A person bolding an ecclesiastical benefice or dignity, which gave him some pre-eminence above mere priests and canons. To this class exclusively belonged all bishops, deans, arch-deacons, etc.; but lt now Includes all the prebendaries and canons of the church. Brande
One who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of
dignity or honor; especially, one who holds an ecclesiastical rank
above that of a parochial priest or clergyman.
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