(~s)
1.
A ~ is a high-ranking priest in the Catholic church.
In 1448, Nicholas was appointed a ~...
They were encouraged by a promise from Cardinal Winning.
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2.
A ~ rule or quality is the one that is considered to be the most important. (FORMAL)
As a salesman, your ~ rule is to do everything you can to satisfy a customer...
= chief, principal
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3.
A ~ is a common North American bird. The male has bright red feathers.
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