cardinal >> /ˈkɑrd(ə)nl/
Definition: [noun] A leading dignitary of the Roman Catholic Church. Cardinals are nominated by the Pope, and form the Sacred College which elects succeeding popes (now invariably from among their own number)
Example: his appointment as cardinal
Definition: [noun] A New World songbird of the bunting family, with a stout bill and typically with a conspicuous crest. The male is partly or mostly red in color.
Example: As we had learned from those first brave chickadees, the cardinal, the robin family, and now the sparrow, communion with another life can change your perspective on the world.
Definition: [adjective] Of the greatest importance; fundamental.
Example: two cardinal points must be borne in mind