church meaning and definition

CHURCH noun

Definition of church (noun)

1. one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship
   • synonyms: Christian church
2. a place for public (especially Christian) worship
   • "the church was empty"
   • synonyms: church building
3. a service conducted in a house of worship
   • "don't be late for church"
   • synonyms: church service
4. the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church
   • "our church is hosting a picnic next week"

CHURCH verb

Definition of church (verb)

1. perform a special church rite or service for
   • "church a woman after childbirth"