01 n. The official chair or throne of a bishop, or of any person in high authority.
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The official chair or throne of a bishop, or of any person in high authority.“The Vatican Council declares that the Pope, is infallible “when he speaks ex cathedra.”” — Addis & Arnold's Cath. Dict.
Phrases & compounds
Ex cathedra —
in the exercise of one's office; with authority.