pius xi

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Proper noun 1. A pope of the Roman Catholic Church : Pius XI was the 259th pope, whose pontificate lasted from 1922 to 1939. He is historically noted for signing the Lateran Treaty, which established Vatican City as a sovereign state. 2. A historical figure : Refers specifically to Ambrogio Damiano Achille Ratti, who took the name Pius XI upon his election. Usage Examples Proper noun...