Vatican City

American  

noun

1. an independent state within the city of Rome, on the right bank of the Tiber. Established in 1929, it is ruled by the pope and includes St. Peter's Church and the Vatican. 109 acres (44 hectares).

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Vatican City British  

noun

1. Italian name: Città del Vaticano.  Also called: the Holy See.  an independent state forming an enclave in Rome, with extraterritoriality over 12 churches and palaces in Rome: the only remaining Papal State; independence recognized by the Italian government in 1929; contains St Peter's Basilica and Square and the Vatican; the spiritual and administrative centre of the Roman Catholic Church. Languages: Italian and Latin. Currency: euro. Pop: 836 (2013 est). Area: 44 hectares (109 acres)

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Example Sentences

Since then, Styles has kept a low profile - although he was spotted in Vatican City for the announcement of the new pope in May 2025, and ran a sub-three hour marathon in Berlin last September.

From BBC

The Pope was chosen as the new leader of the Catholic Church on Thursday, following a two-day conclave in Vatican City.

From BBC

That is because politicians who are subject to European travel sanctions can visit Vatican City because it is considered neutral territory.

From BBC

His death has drawn famous figures, politicians, and thousands of followers to Vatican City to pay their respects.

From BBC

Vance flew to Vatican City for a visit with the Pope over the weekend.

From Salon