liturgy
1 synonym for liturgy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A set of prescribed rituals performed in worship, or the book in which they are written down.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Eucharist
How to use liturgy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Anglican liturgy
the liturgy of the Eucharist
Sunday liturgy
attend the liturgy
It is a formal, religious term.
Etymology
English took the word from Middle French, which took it from Latin. The Latin came from an Ancient Greek word built from parts meaning 'people' and 'work'.
Full origin of liturgy →Frequently asked questions
What does liturgy mean?
It means a set of prescribed rituals used in worship, or a Christian worship service. It can also mean the book recording those rituals.
Where does the word liturgy come from?
It comes via Middle French and Latin from Ancient Greek. The Greek word combined 'people' with 'work'.
Is liturgy countable?
Yes, it can be both countable and uncountable. The plural is liturgies.
