church

/tʃɜːrtʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A building for public Christian worship, especially a large one with a tall spire

“The church was decorated with beautiful stained glass windows.”

2. noun

A community of people who share the same Christian faith

“The church provided support to the local community.”

3. noun

A place of assembly for a particular group or profession

“The church of rock and roll music.”

4. verb

To attend a church service

“She churched on Sunday morning.”

5. verb

To marry in a church ceremony

“They decided to church this summer.”

Synonyms

  • congregation
  • place of worship
  • sanctuary

Antonyms

  • atheist community
  • secular gathering