cathedral

//kəˈθiːdrəl//
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Visual representation of cathedral

Noun

cathedralSingular
cathedralsPlural
1

A large and important Christian church that contains the official seat (cathedra) of a bishop and serves as the principal church of a diocese.

We visited the famous cathedral in the center of the city.

2

Any large, imposing, or important church building.

The cathedral in the city center is a popular tourist attraction.

Synonym

minsterbasilica

Adjective

1

Relating to or resembling a cathedral, especially in size or grandeur.

The cathedral ceiling made the room feel spacious and grand.