liturgical

adjective

li·​tur·​gi·​cal lə-ˈtər-ji-kəl How to pronounce liturgical (audio)
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1
: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of liturgy
the liturgical calendar
liturgical music
2
: using or favoring the use of liturgy
liturgical churches
liturgically adverb

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Mardi Gras is truly a global phenomenon and every celebration is different, even if they are all tied to the liturgical calendar and the same principal of wild revelry. Jenny Adams, AFAR Media, 23 Jan. 2025 Many of those who expressed the greatest outrage at these liturgical restrictions are part of or allied with camps on the Catholic right crusading against liberalism in secular society and government. Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 31 Oct. 2024 The modern Day of the Dead holiday occurs on Nov. 1 and 2, corresponding to the Catholic liturgical feasts of All Saints Day and All Souls Day. Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American-Statesman, 31 Oct. 2024 The Episcopal Church is a Protestant denomination that shares similarities with the Catholic Church, such as in its liturgical practice and parts of its hierarchy. Brieanna J. Frank, USA TODAY, 23 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for liturgical 

Word History

First Known Use

1641, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of liturgical was in 1641

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“Liturgical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liturgical. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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