one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

[ Syn: christian church ]

a place for public (especially Christian) worship; the church was empty

[ Syn: church building ]

a service conducted in a house of worship; dont be late for church

[ Syn: church service ]

the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church; our church is hosting a picnic next week'

perform a special church rite or service for; church a woman after childbirth'