Kirchenorgel
church organ
noun KIR-khen-or-gel Rare
Origin: from Greek organon via Latin
Usage Note
Kirchenorgel is the pipe organ of a church. Germany is famous for its organ-building tradition and is home to thousands of historic instruments. The Orgelbaukunst was added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Examples
"Die neue Kirchenorgel wurde feierlich in einem Konzert eingeweiht."
Natural Translation
The new church organ was ceremonially inaugurated at a concert.
Literal Translation
The new church-organ was ceremonially in a concert inaugurated.
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