GRE Word List

PAROCHIAL

of or relating to a church parish

The meaning of the word parochial is of or relating to a church parish.

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optimumthe amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end
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occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
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laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
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