basilica
nounfeminine/bɐˈzilikɐ/medium
ba·sí·li·ca
Definition
An important Christian church building of great size, with certain ceremonial privileges granted by the Pope.
St. Peter's Basilica is one of the holiest sites in Christendom.
The city has a minor basilica from the 18th century.
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Common collocations
major basilicaminor basilicapapal basilicavisit a basilica
Etymology
Do latim 'basilica', do grego 'basiliké' (stoá), significando 'real'.