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cathedral

[kəˈθiːdrəl]

cathedral Definition

a large and important church, especially one that is the official church of a particular area and is headed by a bishop.

Using cathedral: Examples

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

  • Example

    The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is one of the most famous cathedrals in the world.

  • Example

    The bishop presides over the cathedral.

  • Example

    The cathedral was built in the 12th century.

  • Example

    The choir of the cathedral sang beautifully.

cathedral Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cathedral

Phrases with cathedral

  • a city that has a cathedral

    Example

    Canterbury is a beautiful cathedral city in Kent.

  • a school that is attached to a cathedral and often has a long history of providing education

    Example

    The choirboys at the cathedral school sing at the Sunday service.

  • a town that has a cathedral

    Example

    Salisbury is a picturesque cathedral town in Wiltshire.

Origins of cathedral

from Late Latin 'ecclesia cathedralis', meaning 'church of a bishop's seat'

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Summary: cathedral in Brief

A 'cathedral' [kəˈθiːdrəl] is a large and important church, typically the official church of an area and headed by a bishop. Examples include the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris and the Canterbury Cathedral in Kent. The term also extends to phrases like 'cathedral city' and 'cathedral school,' referring to cities or schools that have a cathedral.