What is another word for bishopry?
Pronunciation: [bˈɪʃəpɹi] (IPA) 
The word bishopry refers to the tenure or office of a bishop or a group of bishops in a particular diocese. Some synonyms for bishopry include the bishopric, episcopate, diocese, archdiocese, and see. The bishopric relates to the territory or district of a bishop, while the episcopate denotes the term of a bishop's service. Diocese refers to the district or jurisdiction a bishop oversees, and an archdiocese is a larger diocese or a group of dioceses. Finally, see is another word used to describe the jurisdiction of a bishop, referencing the geographical or administrative center of the diocese. All of these words imply the authority, responsibility, and leadership associated with being a bishop.
