basilica
US /bəˈsɪl.ɪ.kə/
UK /bəˈsɪl.ɪ.kə/
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Basilika, Gerichtshalle
a large oblong hall or building with double colonnades and a semicircular apse, used in ancient Rome as a court of law or for public assemblies.
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The Roman Forum contains the ruins of several ancient basilicas.
Das Forum Romanum enthält die Ruinen mehrerer antiker Basiliken.
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The architect studied the design of a Roman basilica for inspiration.
Der Architekt studierte das Design einer römischen Basilika zur Inspiration.
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Basilika, katholische Kirche
a Roman Catholic church accorded certain privileges by the Pope.
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St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City is a major pilgrimage site.
Der Petersdom in der Vatikanstadt ist ein wichtiger Wallfahrtsort.
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Many tourists visit the famous basilica in Rome.
Viele Touristen besuchen die berühmte Basilika in Rom.