basilika — meaning in English

English meaning

• basil noun An aromatic herb with green leaves, widely used in cooking, especially in Italian and Thai dishes.
• basilica noun A large, important church building, often granted special ceremonial status by the Pope.

Senses

basilika is used for these senses in English:

• basilica (architecture) A Christian church building having a nave with a semicircular apse, side aisles, a narthex and a clerestory.

basilica — full definition

1. noun A large, important church building, often granted special ceremonial status by the Pope.
2. noun A long rectangular hall used in ancient Rome for public business, courts, or gatherings.