(~es)
1.
A ~ is a village or part of a town which has its own church and priest.
...the ~ of St Mark’s, Lakenham...
...a 13th century ~ church.
N-COUNT: oft N n
2.
A ~ is a small country area in England which has its own elected council.
...elected representatives, such as County and Parish Councillors.
N-COUNT: usu N n