cathedral

n. the most important church in an area, where a bishop has their official seat.

n. the principal church of a diocese, containing the cathedra or bishop's throne.

“The city's cathedral is famous for its beautiful stained-glass windows.”

“The medieval cathedral remains the architectural focal point of the city, housing the bishop's throne and several historic tombs.”

n. a very large or impressive church building.

n. a large or important church building, used informally regardless of its official status.

“Even though it is just a parish church, people call it a cathedral because it is so big.”

“The local community refers to the massive stone structure as a cathedral, though it lacks the official status of a bishop's seat.”

Informal

n. a large and beautiful building that makes you feel small or amazed.

n. a large, impressive, or lofty building or space, used figuratively to suggest grandeur.

“The tall redwood trees created a natural cathedral in the forest.”

“The new library was a cathedral of glass and steel, designed to inspire awe in everyone who entered its vast atrium.”

Literary

adj. relating to the office or position of a bishop.

adj. pertaining to the office, authority, or official seat of a bishop.

“The priest was promoted to a cathedral position in the capital.”

“The document outlined the cathedral responsibilities of the newly appointed archbishop regarding the administration of the diocese.”

Formal · Technical