Churchgoing

/ˈtʃɜːrtʃˌɡoʊɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The act or practice of regularly attending church services.
Churchgoing was a fundamental part of her upbringing.
The behavior or inclination to attend church.
His churchgoing has decreased over the years since he moved to the city.
adjective
Habitually attending church services.
He is a churchgoing man who never misses Sunday service.
Relating to the act of attending church.
The churchgoing community organized a charity event last week.

Etymology

From the combination of 'church' and 'going', referring to the act of going to church.

Common Phrases and Expressions

churchgoing family:
A family that regularly attends church services together.
churchgoing habits:
Customs or practices associated with often going to church.
churchgoing community:
A group of people who regularly attend a particular church.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Holy Roller
He's such a Holy Roller, you can find him at church every Sunday.
Church mouse
She lives like a church mouse, always saving up for her next offering.