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Greek Orthodox Church. The principal secretary of the Patriarch of Constantinople. historical.
Also with capital initial. Any of various officials in the papal, imperial, patriarchal, and some royal courts, charged with the duty of examining…
An officer of the household of the Patriarch of Constantinople who has charge of the official documents and records.