Definitions

1. noun

A building for public worship, especially in ancient Greece or Rome, or a structure housing a particular deity or cult.

“The tourists visited the ancient temple dedicated to the god Apollo.”

2. noun

A part of the body, especially the head, that resembles a shrine or a place of worship.

“She had a beautiful temple of hair in the shape of a crown.”

3. noun

A place where a particular activity or interest is focused, especially a place of learning or culture.

“The university is a temple of knowledge, where students come to learn and grow.”

4. verb

To build or establish a temple or place of worship.

“The people of the town decided to temple a new church in the center of the village.”

5. verb

To fit or fix something firmly in place, especially a crown or a decoration.

“She temple the tiara on her head for the royal wedding.”