— churchiness , n.
/cherr"chee/ , adj., churchier, churchiest .
1. adhering strictly to the prescribed form in ecclesiastical matters.
2. intolerant of dissent in one's religion.
3. of, characteristic of, or suggestive of a church: The stained-glass windows gave the room a churchy look.
[ 1835-45; CHURCH + -Y 1 ]