Bishoped

/ˈbɪʃəpt/ adjective

Definition

Having been placed in the position of a bishop, or having the characteristics or appearance of a bishop.

Etymology

Past participle of the verb 'bishop,' which can mean to appoint as a bishop or to arrange something in a bishop-like manner.

Kelly Says

In chess, 'to bishop' something means to position it diagonally—the bishop piece moves diagonally—so 'bishoped' could technically describe a chess arrangement, showing how games borrow religious vocabulary in unexpected ways.

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