kirk
Pronunciation: [kɜrk]
Word
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.
Example
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?
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