parish

noun C1

Meaning

A parish is a defined geographical unit within a Christian church's organizational structure, typically encompassing a community of worshippers and presided over by a priest or minister, often serving as a focal point for religious, social, and cultural a
💡 While "parish" primarily refers to a church community, it can also denote the administrative and social functions associated with such a community, which may lead to confusion with secular local governance structures.

Example Sentences

The parish council approved the new budget for community development projects .
The parish council conducted a detailed survey on local population trends .

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