Vatican

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈvæ.tɪ.kÉ™n/

Origin

From Latin Vaticanus ("Vatican Hill"), ultimately from Latin vaticinari ("to prophesy").

Full definition of Vatican

Proper noun

1. The official residence of the Pope within Vatican City.
2. The papal government; the papacy.
3. (for short) Vatican City.
4. Roman Catholicism.

Adjective

1. Relating to the Vatican City state.

Derived terms

• Vatican City
• Vatican roulette
• Vaticanian