Meaning of Gregory in English

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  1. Noun

    Gregory

    Definitions

    1. the pope who sponsored the introduction of the modern calendar (1572-1585)
  2. 2. the pope who fought to establish the supremacy of the pope over the Church and the supremacy of the Church over the state (1020-1085)
  3. 3. (Roman Catholic Church) a pope distinguished for his spiritual and temporal leadership

    Examples

    • « a saint and Doctor of the Church (540?-604) »

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