Churched: meaning, definitions and examples
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churched
[ ˈtʃɜːrʧt ]
religious activity
Churched refers to the act of attending church services or participating in church-related activities. It implies being involved in a community of worship or religious practices.
Synonyms
attended, visited, worshipped.
Examples of usage
- Every Sunday, I churched with my family at the local parish.
- After the long week, he felt it was important to have churched with others.
- Many people churched regularly as part of their spiritual routine.
Translations
Translations of the word "churched" in other languages:
🇵🇹 igrejado
🇮🇳 गिरजाधारी
🇩🇪 kirchlich
🇮🇩 gereja
🇺🇦 церковний
🇵🇱 kościelny
🇯🇵 教会の
🇫🇷 ecclésiastique
🇪🇸 eclesiástico
🇹🇷 kiliseye ait
🇰🇷 교회에 속한
🇸🇦 كنسي
🇨🇿 církevní
🇸🇰 cirkevný
🇨🇳 教会的
🇸🇮 cerkveni
🇮🇸 kirkjulegur
🇰🇿 шіркеу
🇬🇪 ეკლესიური
🇦🇿 kilsə ilə bağlı
🇲🇽 eclesiástico
Etymology
The term 'churched' originates from the Old English word 'cirice' meaning 'church,' which derives from the Germanic roots and has connections to the Greek word 'kyriakon' meaning 'of the Lord.' The practice of being churched has evolved over centuries as religious communities have changed and merged. Initially used in the context to indicate the act of going to church, 'churched' has become a broader term describing one's involvement in religious services and the cultural significance of such gatherings. The word can also convey the deep sense of community and fellowship that church attendance often fosters amongst individuals.