noun a small administrative district typically having its own church and priest
Historically, a parish was a territorial unit used for ecclesiastical and administrative purposes.
In many Christian denominations, a parish refers to a specific local church community and the geographical area it serves.
In some legal systems, a parish may refer to a local government district or administrative division.
In architecture, a parish may refer to a church building or complex associated with a specific local church community.
In some countries, a parish is a subdivision of a county or other administrative region.
In literature, a parish may refer to a small administrative district or community within a larger area, often used in novels or stories to describe a specific setting.
In psychology, a parish may be used to describe a specific geographical area or community that a psychologist serves or is based in for their practice.
In historical research, a parish may be a unit of analysis for studying social or demographic trends within a defined geographical area over time.
In urban planning, a parish may be a designated area within a city or town that has specific zoning regulations or development plans to guide future growth and development.