Parsonage (Noun)
Meaning
An official residence provided by a church for its parson or vicar or rector.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The old parsonage on the hill had been home to the local minister for generations.
- The church had allocated a significant portion of its budget to renovate the parsonage, which was in dire need of repair.
- After serving the community for 20 years, the parson and his family were forced to vacate the parsonage due to his retirement.
- The new vicar was thrilled to discover that the parsonage had a lovely garden where she could grow her own herbs and vegetables.
- The parsonage, a beautiful old house with a stunning view of the village, was a perk that attracted many applicants for the position of rector.