Clues for the word "PONTIFF"
We've had 15 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 15 times in crosswords. It was last seen in King Syndicate - Eugene Sheffer crossword on August 07, 2024.
Definition of pontiff
- n. - A high priest.
- n. - One of the sacred college, in ancient Rome, which had the supreme jurisdiction over all matters of religion, at the head of which was the Pontifex Maximus.
- n. - The chief priest.
- n. - The pope.
Referring Clues
- Tiara wearer
- Benedict XVI, e.g.
- Wearer of the triregnum crown
- 63-Across, e.g.
- Bishop of Rome
- Pope and priest working on disagreement
- Pope
- Head of the Roman Catholic church
- Religious leader in power - looking back, no difference
- High-priest
- Benedict ordering pint of Fosters to begin with
- Church leader goes from soft to loud, if not disturbed in between
- Benedict quiet about quarrel?
- Francis, since 2013
- Noted Vatican City resident
Last Seen In
- King Syndicate - Eugene Sheffer - August 07, 2024
- Guardian Cryptic - December 02, 2016
- Guardian Cryptic - July 17, 2015
- Guardian Quick - March 27, 2014
- New York Times - April 02, 2013
- Guardian Cryptic - January 30, 2013
- New York Times - July 27, 2012
- Guardian Quick - July 31, 2011
- Guardian Prize - August 29, 2009
- Family Time - May 04, 2009
- Guardian Quick - April 14, 2009
- New York Times - February 16, 2009
- Guardian Cryptic - January 10, 2008
- Guardian Quick - March 26, 2005
- New York Times - April 18, 2003