What is the meaning of church?

noun

  • One of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship.
  • A place for public (especially Christian) worship.
    • usage: "the church was empty"
  • A service conducted in a house of worship.
    • usage: "don't be late for church"
  • The body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church.
    • usage: "our church is hosting a picnic next week"

verb

  • Perform a special church rite or service for.
    • usage: "church a woman after childbirth"
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