1. the office or position of a papal nuncio (diplomatic representative of the Pope)
Usage: ecclesiastical
2. the residence or headquarters of a papal nuncio
Usage: ecclesiastical

Examples

• The cardinal was appointed to the nunciature in France.
• He served at the nunciature for five years before his promotion.
• The nunciature building was located in the diplomatic quarter of the capital.
• Diplomatic meetings were often held at the nunciature.
• The papal nuncio worked from his nunciature to maintain relations between the Vatican and the government.
• She visited the nunciature to discuss the church’s humanitarian efforts.