Meaning of the word concordat in English

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concordat

US /kənˈkɔːr.dæt/

UK /kənˈkɔːr.dæt/

an agreement or treaty, especially one between the Vatican and a secular government regarding ecclesiastical matters.

Example:

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The government signed a new concordat with the Holy See.

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Historically, concordats have shaped relations between church and state.

Synonym:

agreement treaty pact accord covenant

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