shrine

Meanings

• noun

  A structure or room used as a place of worship or veneration, usually containing objects of religious significance.

  - "The shrine was filled with the sweet scent of incense."
  - "Visitors to the shrine left offerings of food and flowers."

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Pronunciation

1. /ʃɹaɪ̯n/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2651504"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with shrine
shrine , mime , prime , wine

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Variants

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shrine , shrines , shrined , shrining

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Etymology

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From Old English sciran 'to cleanse, make holy', from Proto-Germanic *skirazan-, related to sker 'corner'.

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Trivia

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1. The smallest shrine in Japan, Dazaifu Tenmangu, attracts over 11 million visitors annually.

2. The word 'shrine' is derived from the Old English word 'sciran', meaning 'to cleanse or make holy'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Temple: A building or complex of buildings used for religious or spiritual activities, often larger and more elaborate than a shrine.

2. Sanctuary: A place of refuge or safety, often associated with religious sites or shrines.

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Culture

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In various cultures and religions, shrines serve as places of worship and pilgrimage. They may house relics, statues, or other sacred objects. Shrines have been depicted in literature, art, and music, representing spiritual and emotional significance.

How to Memorize "shrine"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small, ornate building with a red roof and gold accents.
   - Imagine a quiet, peaceful space filled with the scent of incense and the sound of chanting.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'shrine' with 'sanctuary' or 'sacred place'.
   - Think of a place of worship or reverence when you hear the word 'shrine'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'Shrines are sacred places, where people pray and pay their respects'.

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