Cathedral

Pronunciation: /kəˈθiːdrəl/

Definitions of cathedral

noun A large and important Christian church that is the official church of a bishop

Example Sentences

A1 I visited a beautiful cathedral in the city.

A2 The cathedral was built in the 12th century.

B1 Tourists flock to the cathedral to admire its stunning architecture.

B2 The cathedral's stained glass windows are famous for their intricate designs.

C1 The cathedral is a popular venue for classical music concerts.

C2 The cathedral's spires reach high into the sky, creating a breathtaking sight.

Examples of cathedral in a Sentence

formal The cathedral was built in the 12th century and is a prime example of Gothic architecture.

informal Let's meet at the cathedral for the concert tonight.

slang That cathedral is lit, we should check it out.

figurative Her mind was like a cathedral, filled with echoes of past memories.

Grammatical Forms of cathedral

• past tense: cathedralled
• plural: cathedrals
• comparative: more cathedral
• superlative: most cathedral
• present tense: cathedral
• future tense: will cathedral
• perfect tense: have cathedralled
• continuous tense: is cathedralling
• singular: cathedral
• positive degree: cathedral
• infinitive: to cathedral
• gerund: cathedraling
• participle: cathedraled

Origin and Evolution of cathedral

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'cathedral' comes from the Latin word 'cathedra' which means 'seat' or 'chair', referring to the bishop's seat or throne in a church.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'cathedral' came to specifically refer to a large and important church that serves as the central place of worship for a diocese, where the bishop's seat is located. The term has evolved to emphasize the grandeur and significance of these religious buildings.