Meaning & Definition of word "Churchgoing"

Churchgoing

/ˈtʃɜːrtʃˌɡoʊɪŋ/

noun:

  • 1. The act or practice of regularly attending church services.
    • Example: Churchgoing was a fundamental part of her upbringing.
  • 2. The behavior or inclination to attend church.
    • Example: His churchgoing has decreased over the years since he moved to the city.

adjective:

  • 1. Habitually attending church services.
    • Example: He is a churchgoing man who never misses Sunday service.
  • 2. Relating to the act of attending church.
    • Example: 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

worship:

The act of showing reverence and adoration for a deity.

congregation:

A group of people assembled for religious worship.

sermon:

A talk on a religious or moral subject delivered to a congregation.

Slang Meanings of churchgoing

Meaning: Holy Roller

Example Sentence: He's such a Holy Roller, you can find him at church every Sunday.

Meaning: Church mouse

Example Sentence: She lives like a church mouse, always saving up for her next offering.