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shrine

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈʃɹaɪn// UK //ʃɹˈaɪn// shrine

n. a holy place that people visit because it is connected to a god, a saint, or a famous person. You might also see a small shrine in someone's home to remember a family member who died.

n. a place of worship or a structure hallowed by its association with a sacred person, deity, or relic. Often serves as a site for pilgrimage or a memorial for a deceased individual.


SIMPLE

Many people visit the shrine to pray for good health.

CONTEXTUAL

The local community built a small roadside shrine to honor the victims of the accident.

COMPLEX

The cathedral houses a magnificent golden shrine containing the relics of the patron saint, attracting thousands of pilgrims from across the continent every summer.

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Usage

Often takes the preposition 'to' when indicating the person or entity being honored.

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