The church
Example: The church was built in the 18th century.
Definition
"The church" refers to a building used for Christian worship, often serving as a place where congregations gather for religious ceremonies, prayers, and community events. It can also denote the Christian religious organization as a whole.
Etymology
The term "the church" originates from the Old English word 'cirice,' which itself comes from the Greek 'kuriakē,' meaning 'of the Lord.' Did you know that this word originally referred to the Lord's house, emphasizing its role as a sacred place?
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"The church" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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