temple

[ˈtɛmpəl]

temple Definition

  • 1a building used for religious worship, especially in Buddhism, Hinduism, or Sikhism
  • 2either of the two flat parts on each side of the forehead, above the eyebrows

Using temple: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "temple" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The temple was filled with worshippers.

  • Example

    She bowed her head in front of the temple.

  • Example

    He has a tattoo of a temple on his arm.

  • Example

    She felt a throbbing pain in her temples.

temple Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using temple

  • knock on wood (or touch wood)

    to make a knocking gesture on something made of wood to ward off bad luck or to express hope that something will happen

    Example

    I haven't been sick all year, knock on wood.

  • to cause something to fail or collapse

    Example

    The economic crisis brought the country to its knees.

  • have a bee in one's bonnet

    to be preoccupied or obsessed with an idea or plan

    Example

    She has a bee in her bonnet about starting her own business.

Phrases with temple

  • a place of education or scholarship

    Example

    The university is considered a temple of learning.

  • a place where famous people are celebrated or remembered

    Example

    The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a temple of fame for actors and actresses.

  • a place or situation that is dangerous or threatening

    Example

    The abandoned mine was a temple of doom for the explorers.

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Summary: temple in Brief

The term 'temple' [ˈtɛmpəl] refers to a building used for religious worship, such as in Buddhism, Hinduism, or Sikhism. It can also refer to the flat parts on each side of the forehead above the eyebrows. Examples include 'The temple was filled with worshippers.' and 'She felt a throbbing pain in her temples.' The phrase 'temple of learning' denotes a place of education or scholarship, while 'temple of doom' refers to a dangerous or threatening place or situation.

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