EMINENCE


Meaning of EMINENCE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈe-mə-nən(t)s ]

noun

Date: 15th century

1. : a position of prominence or superiority

2. : one that is eminent, prominent, or lofty: as

a. : an anatomical protuberance (as on a bone)

b. : a person of high rank or attainments — often used as a title for a cardinal

c. : a natural elevation

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.