parochial
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Adj — Relating to a parish, the local area a church serves.
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Etymology
From Late Latin parochialis, related to a church district, ultimately from Greek paroikia, "community, diocese."
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What does “parochial” mean?
The word “parochial” means relating to a parish, the local area a church serves. In plain terms, either about a parish, or (more commonly today) narrow and small-minded in outlook.
How do you pronounce “parochial”?
“Parochial” is pronounced puh-ROH-keerl (/pəˈɹoʊki.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “parochial” in a sentence?
Here is “parochial” used in a sentence: “The children attended the parochial school run by the church.”
What part of speech is “parochial”?
“Parochial” is an adjective.
Where does the word “parochial” come from?
The word “parochial” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin parochialis, related to a church district, ultimately from Greek paroikia, "community, diocese.".
How many meanings does “parochial” have?
“Parochial” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to a parish, the local area a church serves.