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Basilica Definition & Meaning

basilica
noun
  1. an early Christian church designed like a Roman basilica; or a Roman Catholic church or cathedral accorded certain privileges; "the church was raised to the rank of basilica"
  2. a Roman building used for public administration

"Basilica" in song lyrics

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  • "the Ripper rips you up, drag you behind the Basilica"
    Domingo f/ Canibus — All Clap
  • "how big is st. peter's basilica"
    AOL — AOL
  • "saint george's basilica"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does basilica mean?
an early Christian church designed like a Roman basilica; or a Roman Catholic church or cathedral accorded certain privileges; "the church was raised to the rank of basilica" a Roman building used for public administration
What part of speech is basilica?
Basilica is a noun.
How many definitions does basilica have?
Basilica has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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