Meaning & use
basilica
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A large, important church built with a central nave and side aisles, or, historically, a Roman public building of similar design.
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Tourists lined up to see the stunning frescoes inside the basilica.
The ancient basilica once served as a courthouse and marketplace in Rome.
A note on using this word
In the Catholic Church, 'basilica' is also an honorary title given to certain churches of historical or spiritual significance.
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