synod

BrE /ˈsɪnəd/ AmE /ˈsɪnəd/

noun en → es

1 RELIGIOUS MEETING [singular] C1

a meeting of church leaders to discuss religious matters and make decisions

sinodo, concilio eclesiástico

Collocations synod meeting

  • The synod will meet next month to discuss church reforms.

    El sinodo se reunirá el próximo mes para discutir reformas en la iglesia.

2 GOVERNMENT BODY [singular] C1

a group of people who make decisions for a country or organization, often in religious contexts

cuerpo legislativo, consejo

Collocations synod council

  • The synod has the power to pass laws.

    El sinodo tiene el poder de aprobar leyes.