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basilica

[bəˈsɪlɪkə]

basilica Definition

  • 1a large, oblong building used for public functions in ancient Rome and later as a Christian church
  • 2a type of early Christian church characterized by a long nave, side aisles, a semicircular apse, and often a narthex and atrium
  • 3a Roman Catholic church given ceremonial privileges

Using basilica: Examples

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

  • Example

    The Basilica of Saint Peter in Vatican City is one of the most famous basilicas in the world.

  • Example

    The ancient Roman basilica served as a public meeting place and courthouse.

  • Example

    The basilica was built in the early Christian era and became a model for many churches that followed.

basilica Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with basilica

  • a church building that has been granted special ceremonial rights by the Pope

    Example

    The Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major is one of the four papal basilicas in Rome.

  • a church building that has been granted special ceremonial rights by the Pope, but not as many as a papal basilica

    Example

    The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City is a minor basilica.

  • patriarchal basilica

    a church building that has been granted special ceremonial rights by the Pope and is also the seat of a patriarch or major archbishop

    Example

    The Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome is a patriarchal basilica.

Origins of basilica

from Latin 'basilica', meaning 'royal palace'

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Summary: basilica in Brief

A 'basilica' [bəˈsɪlɪkə] is a large, oblong building used for public functions in ancient Rome and later as a Christian church. It is characterized by a long nave, side aisles, a semicircular apse, and often a narthex and atrium. The term also refers to a Roman Catholic church given ceremonial privileges, such as the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major. The ancient Roman basilica served as a public meeting place and courthouse.

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