chapel Definition
- 1a small building for Christian worship, typically one attached to an institution or private house
- 2a room or building used for nonconformist worship
Using chapel: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chapel" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The wedding was held in a small chapel on the hill.
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The university chapel is open to all students and staff.
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She attends a Baptist chapel every Sunday.
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The chapel choir sang beautifully during the service.
chapel Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with chapel
a room in a funeral home where the body of a deceased person is placed before the funeral
Example
The family visited the chapel of rest to say their final goodbyes.
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She wore a white chapel veil on her wedding day.
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The chapel master trained the choir for months before the Christmas concert.
Origins of chapel
from Old French 'chapele', from Late Latin 'cappella', diminutive of 'cappa' meaning 'hooded cloak'
Summary: chapel in Brief
A 'chapel' [ˈtʃæpl̩] is a small building or room used for Christian worship, often attached to an institution or private house. It can also refer to a building used for nonconformist worship. Examples include 'The wedding was held in a small chapel on the hill.' and 'She attends a Baptist chapel every Sunday.' Other phrases include 'chapel of rest,' 'chapel veil,' and 'chapel master.'
