nunciature

/ˈnʌnsiətʃər/
noun
  1. The official residence or office of a papal nuncio (a diplomatic representative of the Vatican).
    • The ambassador visited the nunciature in Paris to discuss humanitarian aid.
    • The nunciature is located near the Vatican embassy in the capital city.
    • Reporters gathered outside the nunciature to hear the pope's message.
  2. The position or term of office of a papal nuncio.
    • He served a five-year nunciature in Brazil before being reassigned.
    • The archbishop's nunciature was marked by several diplomatic successes.
    • During his nunciature, he helped negotiate a peace agreement.
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