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monseigneur

my lord, your grace

noun mohn-seh-NYUR Less Common
People & Society Honorifics

Origin: From Old French 'mon seigneur', my lord.

Usage Note

Monseigneur (abbreviated Mgr) is a honorific used for bishops, cardinals, and princes. It contrasts with Monsieur (for men generally) and Majesté (for royalty). In Catholic contexts it is the standard address for a bishop in both speech and written correspondence.

Examples

"Monseigneur a béni la foule en silence."

Natural Translation

His Grace blessed the crowd in silence.

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