Cathedral: meaning, definitions and examples

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cathedral

 

[ kəˈθiːdrəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

place of worship

A cathedral is a large and important Christian church which is the official church of a bishop.

Synonyms

basilica, church, temple

Examples of usage

  • The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is a famous example of Gothic architecture.
  • The cathedral in the city center is a popular tourist attraction.
Context #2 | Noun

building

A cathedral is a large and impressive building, especially one that is considered a city's most important religious building.

Synonyms

edifice, monument, structure

Examples of usage

  • The cathedral's spire can be seen from miles away.
  • The cathedral's stained glass windows are a marvel of craftsmanship.

Translations

Translations of the word "cathedral" in other languages:

🇵🇹 catedral

🇮🇳 कैथेड्रल

🇩🇪 Kathedrale

🇮🇩 katedral

🇺🇦 катедра

🇵🇱 katedra

🇯🇵 大聖堂 (だいせいどう)

🇫🇷 cathédrale

🇪🇸 catedral

🇹🇷 katedral

🇰🇷 대성당 (daeseongdang)

🇸🇦 كاتدرائية

🇨🇿 katedrála

🇸🇰 katedrála

🇨🇳 大教堂 (dà jiàotáng)

🇸🇮 katedrala

🇮🇸 dómkirkja

🇰🇿 собор

🇬🇪 კათედრალი (k'at'edrali)

🇦🇿 katedral

🇲🇽 catedral

Word origin

The word 'cathedral' comes from the Latin word 'cathedra', meaning 'bishop's seat'. Cathedrals have been important religious and architectural structures throughout history, serving as centers of worship, art, and community. The construction of cathedrals often spanned decades or even centuries, with many famous cathedrals showcasing intricate Gothic architecture and stunning stained glass windows.

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