parochial
UK/pә'rәukiәl/US
GREC2
Definitions
adj.
Relating to a parish; having a narrow or limited outlook focused only on local concerns
教区的；目光狭隘的，地方性的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedparbeside, alongside
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ochiroot
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alrelating to, having the nature of
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Example Sentences
- 1.
The parochial attitude of the small town limited opportunities for young people.
- 2.
Parochial schools often teach religious values alongside standard curriculum.