cathedral
/kəˈθiːdrəl/
CEFR level B1Topic HistoryWord #2357 in the learning path
主教座堂；大教堂
Definitions
n. The main church of a district led by a bishop.
主教座堂；大教堂
Example
Sunlight streamed through the cathedral's beautiful stained glass windows.
阳光透过大教堂美丽的彩色玻璃窗洒了进来。
Restoring a historic cathedral can preserve traditional craftsmanship while attracting visitors who support the local economy.
修复历史悠久的大教堂既能保护传统工艺，也能吸引游客，支持当地经济。
Collocations
- medieval cathedral
- cathedral tower
- cathedral restoration
Usage tip
严格指主教驻地的教堂，并非所有大型教堂。
FAQ
- What does cathedral mean?
- The main church of a district led by a bishop.
- How is cathedral pronounced?
- UK /kəˈθiːdrəl/, US /kəˈθiːdrəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
