English word ecclesiastical comes from English -al, English ecclesiastic
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -al | English (eng) | (organic chemistry) Forms the names of aldehydes. Forming nouns, especially of verbal action.. Of or pertaining to. Adjectival suffix appended to various words, often nouns, to make an adjective form. Often added to words of Latin origin, but used with other words also. |
| ecclesiastic | English (eng) | Of or pertaining to the church; ecclesiastical. One who adheres to a church-based philosophy. |
| ecclesiastical | English (eng) | Of or pertaining to the church. |