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basilica
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/bɐˈzilikɐ/ba·sí·li·ca
Definition
1An important Christian church building of great size, with certain ceremonial privileges granted by the Pope.
Usage examples
“St. Peter's Basilica is one of the holiest sites in Christendom.”
“The city has a minor basilica from the 18th century.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
major basilicaminor basilicapapal basilicavisit a basilica