consulate

con-su-late · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The building or office where a consul works.

  2. 2.

    The position or term of office of a consul.

  3. 3.

    (Historical) The system of government by consuls in ancient Rome or France.

Forms

plural: consulates

Related words

See also: consul, diplomat, embassy
Synonyms: diplomatic mission

Etymology

From Latin "consulatus" meaning the office of consul, from "consul."