1. plural of martyr; people who suffer or die for their beliefs or principles
2. plural of martyry; shrines or churches built to commemorate martyrs
Usage: architectural; historical

Examples

• The martyries of the early Christian period were honored throughout the empire.
• Many martyries died defending their religious freedom.
• The ancient martyries still attract pilgrims today.
• These brave martyries refused to renounce their faith.
• Several martyries were built to commemorate the fallen saints.
• The martyries served as important centers of worship in medieval times.