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Meaning of parish
A parish refers to a local area or community that has its own church or place of worship, and is typically served by a priest, vicar, or other clergy.
Etymology of parish
The word "parish" comes from the Old French "paroisse", which is derived from the Latin "parochia", meaning "diocese" or "district".
The Latin term is itself derived from the Greek "paroikia", meaning "sojourning" or "neighborhood".
The word has been used in English since the 13th century to refer to a local area or community with its own church or place of worship.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A parish is an administrative unit of the church, typically consisting of a local area or community with its own church or place of worship.
- In some countries, a parish is also a civil administrative unit, similar to a municipality or local government district.
- A parish can also refer to the community of people who attend a particular church or place of worship.
Usage Examples
- The parish council is responsible for maintaining the local church and its grounds.
- The parish priest serves the community and provides spiritual guidance to its members.
- The parish is holding a fundraiser to support its local food bank.
Antonyms
metropolis
megalopolis
city-state
megacity
conurbation
urban area
metropolitan area
downtown
central business district
industrial area
suburb
exurb
rural area
countryside
wilderness
frontier
outpost
colony
settlement
village
hamlet
town
municipality
borough
township
county
province
state
country
nation
empire.