1. the houses or residences provided for rectors or other clergy members

Examples

• The old rectories in the village were built in the Victorian era.
• Many rectories have been converted into private homes as church attendance declined.
• The bishop visited several rectories during his tour of the diocese.
• These historic rectories are now protected buildings.
• The church committee decided to renovate the rectories for the new ministers.
• Local rectories often serve as community meeting places.