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Meaning of temples
A temple is a building devoted to the worship, or regard, of a deity or deities, and is typically considered a sacred or spiritual space.
Etymology of temples
The word "temple" originates from the Old French "temple", which is derived from the Latin "templum", meaning a consecrated space or a place of worship
Historically, the term has been used to describe a wide range of sacred spaces, from ancient Greek and Roman temples to modern-day places of worship
Synonyms
shrines
sanctuaries
churches
cathedrals
mosques
synagogues
pagodas
stupas
monasteries
convents
abbeys
chapels
oratories
tabernacles
altars
sanctums
holy places
places of worship
houses of worship
houses of prayer
houses of God
sacred spaces
spiritual centers
religious buildings
places of pilgrimage
sacred sites
holy shrines
sacred temples
ritual spaces
Definitions
- A building devoted to the worship, or regard, of a deity or deities
- * A person's body regarded as a place of worship
- * The flat area on either side of the head in front of the ear
Usage Examples
- The ancient temple was a place of great spiritual significance for the local community
- * The temple of her body was a place of worship and reverence
- * The doctor examined the patient's temple to check for any signs of injury
Antonyms
secular buildings
profane spaces
unholy places
desecrated sites
destroyed temples
abandoned shrines
non-religious structures
mundane spaces
ordinary buildings
common areas
public spaces
commercial buildings
residential areas
industrial sites
secular institutions