Encyclical and Ruling

Encyclical

Encyclical noun - A letter from the pope sent to all Roman Catholic bishops throughout the world.
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Ruling and encyclical are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Ruling" instead a noun "Encyclical".

Nearby Word: encyclic

Ruling

Ruling noun - An order publicly issued by an authority.
Usage example: the FCC's ruling regarding the broadcasting of obscenities

Encyclical and ruling are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Encyclical" instead a noun "Ruling".

Nearby Words: rule, ruler, ruled
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