interdenominational

[ in-ter-di-nom-uh-ney-shuh-nl ]

/ ˌɪn tər dɪˌnɒm əˈneɪ ʃə nl /

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adjective

occurring between, involving, or common to different religious denominations.

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Also called interchurch.

Origin of interdenominational

First recorded in 1890–95; inter- + denominational

OTHER WORDS FROM interdenominational

in·ter·de·nom·i·na·tion·al·ism, noun

Words nearby interdenominational

intercupola, intercurrent, intercuspation, intercut, interdealer broker, interdenominational, interdental, interdental canal, interdental papilla, interdental septum, interdental splint

How to use interdenominational in a sentence

I was once involved in organizing a Limmud Conference—an interdenominational Jewish learning and cultural event.
A Confession on the Ninth of Av|Samuel Lebens|July 15, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Since that day practically all the conspicuous interdenominational missionary movements have begun their career in America.
The Call of the World|W. E. Doughty
But our main interest was in the mission schools and in the interdenominational theological seminary.
A Tour of the Missions|Augustus Hopkins Strong
This is now the chief cause of weakness in the interdenominational movement for church and country life in the State.
Six Thousand Country Churches|Charles Otis Gill

Hence it is often most difficult to gain support from denominational authorities and churches for interdenominational projects.
Six Thousand Country Churches|Charles Otis Gill
The plans and methods of these leaflets have the approval of the denominational and interdenominational leaders of North America.
The Boy and the Sunday School|John L. Alexander