basilicas

Meanings

• noun

  A large, ornate, Roman Catholic church, especially a former papal or imperial basilica.

  - "The Basilica of San Lorenzo in Florence is one of the most famous basilicas in Italy."
  - "Visitors from all over the world come to see the beautiful basilicas in Rome."

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Variants

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basilica , basilicae , basilican , basilicas

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Etymology

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From Latin basilica, from basilica (originally, a large open hall), from basilikos (royal), from basileus (king).

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Trivia

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1. The Basilica of St. Peter's in Vatican City is the largest church in the world by area.

2. The term 'basilica' is also used to describe certain types of ancient Roman buildings, such as a basilica in a Roman forum.

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Related Concepts

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1. cathedral: A large Christian church, especially a parish church, that is the seat of a bishop or the center of a diocese.

2. church: A building used for public Christian worship.

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Culture

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Basilicas have been important religious and architectural structures throughout history, particularly in the Roman Catholic Church. They are often grand and ornate, and are used for various religious functions, including Mass and other ceremonies. Basilicas have been built all over the world, and are often considered important cultural and historical landmarks.

How to Memorize "basilicas"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, ornate church with intricate details and beautiful architecture. Visualize the grandeur and importance of the building.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'basilica' with the idea of a grand, religious building. Think of ornate architecture and important religious functions.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'basilica' comes from the Latin word for 'royal'. Visualize a king's palace or throne room to help remember the meaning.

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