Church
Noun
UK
/tʃɜːtʃ/
US
/tʃɝːtʃ/
Definition
A place of Christian worship or the religious community associated with it.
Example
"Bells rang from the church tower, calling everyone to prayer."
"The historic church in the city center attracts many tourists every year."
"Volunteers at the church organised a food drive for the needy."
Explanation
A church is a building where people gather to practice their religion, usually Christianity. It is a place for worship, prayer, like weddings or baptisms, and community gatherings. Churches often have leaders called priests, pastors, or ministers who guide the congregation. Beyond religion, the word “church” can also refer to the community of people who follow the same faith.