Miter
(noun)
- A liturgical headdress worn by bishops and other high-ranking members of the clergy.
- A joint that joins two pieces of wood or other material at an angle, usually a 45 or 90 degree angle.
Origin:
Derived from the latin word "mitra" meaning "headband" or "turban".
Examples:
- The bishop wore a gold miter during the ceremony.
- The miter joint is often used in woodworking and carpentry to join two pieces of wood at a 45-degree angle.
- The miters are a symbol of the authority and responsibility that bishops have in their diocese.
- The miters are usually made from precious materials such as gold or silver.
- Miters are used in many religious and ceremonial contexts, such as coronations and ordinations.