Catholic church (“I am going to chapel on Sunday”).
Chapel
CHAP-ul
ˈtʃapəl
Noun
Etymology & History
In Scottish context, "chapel" specifically refers to Catholic churches, while "kirk" refers to Protestant churches. This distinction reflects Scotland's sectarian history, particularly pronounced in Glasgow.
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Region
Scotland
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Era
1800s
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Formality
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