Vicarage

Pronunciation: /ˈvɪkərɪdʒ/

Definitions of vicarage

noun a house provided for a vicar

Example Sentences

A1 The vicarage is located next to the church.

A2 The vicarage is a beautiful old building with a large garden.

B1 The vicarage has been renovated recently to accommodate more clergy members.

B2 The vicarage is a peaceful retreat for the clergy after a long day of work.

C1 The vicarage is known for its historical significance in the community.

C2 The vicarage has a long history of serving as a residence for the parish priest.

Examples of vicarage in a Sentence

formal The vicarage is a beautiful old building located next to the church.

informal The vicarage is where the priest lives, right next to the church.

slang The vicarage is like the priest's pad, right by the church.

figurative The vicarage symbolizes the close connection between the priest and the church.

Grammatical Forms of vicarage

• plural: vicarages
• comparative: more vicarage
• superlative: most vicarage
• present tense: vicarage
• future tense: will vicarage
• perfect tense: have vicaraged
• continuous tense: is vicaraging
• singular: vicarage
• positive degree: vicarage
• infinitive: to vicarage
• gerund: vicaraging
• participle: vicaraged

Origin and Evolution of vicarage

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'vicarage' originated from the Latin word 'vicarius' meaning substitute or deputy.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the residence of a vicar or parish priest, the term 'vicarage' has evolved to also denote the benefice or income of a vicar, as well as the administrative district under a vicar's jurisdiction.