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basilica

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/bɐˈzilikɐ/ba·sí·li·ca

Definition

1

An 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