afterchurch
|af-ter-church|
C1
🇺🇸
/ˈæftərˌtʃɜrtʃ/
🇬🇧
/ˈɑːftəˌtʃɜːtʃ/
post-service gathering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afterchurch' originates from the combination of 'after' and 'church', where 'after' meant 'following in time' and 'church' referred to a place of worship.
Historical Evolution
'afterchurch' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a gathering after a church service', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a social gathering or event that takes place after a church service.
The community held an afterchurch picnic in the park.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/25 22:21