1. plural of basilica: large churches or cathedrals, especially those with a specific architectural style featuring a long nave and side aisles
Usage: architectural; religious
2. plural of basilica: ancient Roman public buildings used for legal and commercial purposes, typically featuring a rectangular hall with columns
Usage: historical; architectural

Examples

• The tour guide showed us several famous basilicas in Rome.
• St. Peter’s Basilica is one of the most visited basilicas in the world.
• Ancient Roman basilicas served as centers for trade and legal proceedings.
• The city’s basilicas showcase different periods of architectural development.
• Many European basilicas feature stunning mosaics and frescoes.
• Archaeologists discovered the ruins of two Roman basilicas at the excavation site.