Gadit

ecclesiastical

Definitions
1adjectiveRelating to the Christian Church or its clergy.
The ecclesiastical council met to discuss the new church policies.
He studied ecclesiastical history at the university.
The building has an ecclesiastical design, with stained glass windows and a tall steeple.
Word Origin
Language
Greek
Original word
ekklēsia
Word parts
ekklēsia (assembly, church) + -astikos (related to)
Originally meant
related to the church or assembly
Background
The word 'ecclesiastical' comes from the Greek word 'ekklēsia', which originally meant an assembly or gathering of people, especially for religious purposes. Over time, it came to specifically refer to the Christian Church.