basilica
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- noun
- /bəˈzɪlɪkə/
- The basilica in Rome is known for its impressive dome and beautiful frescoes.
- St.basilica
- Basilica of Guadalupe
- Basilica of the Annunciation
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Tourists flock to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a stunning example of baroque architecture.
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Back to Santa Sabina, the new church exemplified the basilica plan that had become standard for Christian places of worship.
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I realized I had been standing outside the basilica for a half hour.
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I was at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City.
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First, how much in modern dollars did Saint Peter's Basilica cost to build?
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In the concluding fourth period, a solemn service of common prayer took place in the Basilica of St. Paul.
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A special Sinulog procession was staged at the Basilica during fiesta week.
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She was canonized at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican.
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The Pope celebrated Mass at St. Peter's basilica, one of the most famous churches in the world.
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A building where Christians meet to pray and worship
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An ancient Roman building where people meet, hold law courts and do government business
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Etymology
Basilica comes from an old Greek word built on basil- meaning 'king' or 'royal'. That's why a basilica is a very large, important church — the name gives the idea of a 'royal' or special place, and the Pope can give a church this special title.