temples

noun

(Judaism) the place of worship for a Jewish congregation

an edifice devoted to special or exalted purposes

the flat area on either side of the forehead

place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity

Roots

templumtempl- · Latin · sacred observed space

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