minster

noun
UK: /ˈmɪnstər/
US: /ˈmɪnstər/

  1. A large or important church, often one that used to be a monastery.

    1. York Minster is a very old building minster.
    2. The city's minster dominates the skyline, a testament to centuries of history near the minster.

Synonyms

cathedral abbey church

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "minster" is /ˈmɪnstər/ in British English and /ˈmɪnstər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "minster": cathedral, abbey, church.

Example usage of "minster": "York Minster is a very old building minster.". More examples on the page.