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basilica

/bəˈzɪlɪkə/

basilicanoun

basilicas

/bəˈzɪlɪkə/

Translations

The basilica was built in the 4th century.

Базилика была построена в 4 веке.

Definitions

A large and important church building that has been given special ceremonial rights by the Pope.

The Basilica of Saint Peter in Vatican City is one of the most famous basilicas in the world.

An ancient Roman public building used for legal and other civic proceedings, typically rectangular with a central nave and aisles.

The ruins of the Roman basilica still stand as a testament to the architectural prowess of the ancient civilization.

Synonyms

place of worship

basilicaadjective

/bəˈsɪlɪkə/

Used attributively before a noun to indicate relation to a basilica.

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of a basilica.

The church was designed in a basilica style with a long nave and side aisles.