Pontifical

[pɒn'tɪfɪk(ə)l] or [pɑn'tɪfɪkl]

(noun.) the vestments and other insignia of a pontiff (especially a bishop).

Edited by Bradley--From WordNet

(a.) Of or pertaining to a pontiff, or high priest; as, pontifical authority; hence, belonging to the pope; papal.

(a.) Of or pertaining to the building of bridges.

(n.) A book containing the offices, or formulas, used by a pontiff.

(n.) The dress and ornaments of a pontiff.

Edited by Albert

a. Popish.

Inputed by Bella