1. A papal diplomatic representative of lower rank than a nuncio, sent to a country where the Pope does not maintain full diplomatic relations.
Usage: formal; ecclesiastical; diplomatic
2. A messenger or intermediary between two parties.
Usage: archaic; rare

Examples

• The Vatican appointed an internuncio to represent papal interests in the region.
• As an internuncio, he carried official communications between the two governments.
• The internuncio's role was to maintain diplomatic channels without full embassy status.
• Historically, internuncios served as important intermediaries in international negotiations.
• The internuncio presented the Pope's position to the local authorities.