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kirk

Pronunciation: [kɜrk]

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Learn how to use kirk in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “religion”

(noun) a church building, especially in Scotland. It's a place where people gather to worship, sing, and learn about their faith.

Example

Every Sunday, the families in the village attend the kirk for services.

Example

There was no kirk in the tiny town, so people traveled far to find one.

Example

Do you know what time the kirk service starts on Sunday?

Context: “geography”

(noun) a Scottish term for a church or a place of worship. It can also refer to the parish around that church in some areas.

Example

The old kirk in the center of the village has beautiful stained glass windows.

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In the area where they live, there is no kirk for miles around.

Example

What makes the kirk in your town special?

Context: “informal”

(verb) to go to church, especially to attend services. It's not as common nowadays but can be used informally.

Example

They kirk every Sunday without fail.

Example

He doesn't kirk anymore since he moved away from his hometown.

Example

When was the last time you kirk with your family?

How to pronounce kirk

Pronunciation: [kɜrk]

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