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Kirk

usgb/kɜːrk/Volume
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Scottish Heritage

Kirk is deeply rooted in Scottish history and culture.

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The ancient kirk stands as a landmark of our heritage.
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Not Just Any Church

While 'kirk' means church, it typically references Protestant churches in Scotland.

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We're getting married in an old kirk in Edinburgh.
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Colloquial Term

Kirk is informal and used more in spoken conversation than in formal writing.

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I'll see you at the kirk this weekend.
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