Papal topper Crossword Clue
While searching our database we found 1 possible solution for the: Papal topper crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on July 26 2024 Newsday Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Papal topper has a total of 5 letters.
| Rank | Answer | Clue | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99% | TIARA | Papal topper | Newsday |
Definition
| • | A form of headdress worn by the ancient Persians. According to Xenophon, the royal tiara was encircled with a diadem, and was high and erect, while those of the people were flexible, or had rims turned over. |
| • | The pope's triple crown. It was at first a round, high cap, but was afterward encompassed with a crown, subsequently with a second, and finally with a third. Fig.: The papal dignity. |
Recent Usage in Crossword Puzzles:
- Newsday: Jul 26, 2024
- New York Times: Apr 15, 2023
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