parish

noun
UK: /ˈpærɪʃ/
US: /ˈpærɪʃ/

  1. A small district with its own church and priest.

    1. The parish church is very old and beautiful.
    2. Our parish priest organizes many community events throughout the year.

  2. The people who live in a particular parish.

    1. The whole parish helped to repair the church roof.
    2. The local council works closely with the parish to address community needs.

  3. In Louisiana, a county.

    1. Orleans Parish is where the city of New Orleans is located.
    2. Each parish in Louisiana has its own unique history and culture.

Synonyms

community diocese

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "parish" in English means: A small district with its own church and priest., The people who live in a particular parish., In Louisiana, a county..

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

Synonyms for "parish": community, diocese.

Example usage of "parish": "The parish church is very old and beautiful.". More examples on the page.