Definition

A house where a vicar lives, often associated with the church and its community.

Example

The vicarage was beautifully maintained and served as a gathering place for the parishioners.

Conversation

Have you seen the new vicarage they built in town?

Yeah, it looks really nice from the outside!

I heard it has a lovely garden behind the vicarage.

I’d love to check it out sometime, it sounds peaceful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vicarage → It is formed from "vicar" (from Latin "vicarius", meaning substitute or deputy) and "-age" (a suffix indicating a state or condition). The word "vicarage" refers to the residence or office of a vicar, who acts as a substitute for a bishop or priest.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'vicar' as a 'substitute' ('vicarius') who has a special 'state' or 'condition' ('-age') of serving in a church role.

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