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basilicas

/bəˈsɪlɪkəz/

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Базилика

A Christian church building having a nave with a semicircular apse, side aisles, a narthex and a clerestory.

Examples :

"When traveling in Italy, we visited many beautiful basilicas with their impressive high ceilings and stained-glass windows. "

Путешествуя по Италии, мы посетили много красивых базилик с их впечатляющими высокими потолками и витражами.

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Базилика

A Roman Catholic church or cathedral with basilican status, a honorific status granted by the pope to recognize its historical, architectural, or sacramental importance.

Examples :

"During their trip to Rome, the tourists visited many beautiful basilicas, each with its own rich history and stunning architecture. "

Во время своей поездки в Рим туристы посетили множество красивых базилик, каждая из которых имеет свою богатую историю и потрясающую архитектуру.

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Базилики, большие залы

An apartment provided in the houses of persons of importance, where assemblies were held for dispensing justice; hence, any large hall used for this purpose.

Examples :

""In ancient Rome, wealthy citizens often held court or conducted business in the grand basilicas within their homes." "

В Древнем Риме состоятельные граждане часто проводили суд или вели дела в больших базиликах в своих домах.

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