noun
minster
MIN-ster/ˈmɪnstər/
A large or important church, especially in Britain.
The minster draws visitors with its soaring arches and stained glass.
Etymology
Old English mynster named the church of a monastery. As many such churches in England became cathedrals, the word acquired its association with especially important churches.
More examples
- We attend an evening concert at the minster.
- The minster's bells ring across the town.
- Our tour includes several historic minsters in England.
Forms
minster · minsters