parish
Pronunciation: [ˈpær.ɪʃ]
Word
Context: "religion"
(noun) a local church community or a district of a church. It's where people go to worship and be part of their church community.
Example
Every Sunday, our parish holds a service that welcomes everyone.
Example
There isn't a parish nearby for those who want to attend church.
Example
What parish do you belong to in our town?
Context: "administration"
(noun) an area that is governed by a local government, similar to a neighborhood or a district. It's like a small part of a town or city where local rules apply.
Example
The parish council discussed new park plans for the community.
Example
There wasn't any funding from the parish for the proposed community center.
Example
Which parish do you live in?
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